Language and Writing Vocabulary-A
A sentence where the subject performs the action.
active voice
The intended readers or listeners of a text.
audience
A preference or opinion that may affect fairness.
bias
A reference showing where information came from.
citation
The smooth connection of ideas in writing.
cohesion
A sentence with one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.
complex sentence
An opposing viewpoint addressed in writing.
Counterargument
Correcting errors in writing.
editing
Writing that uses proper grammar and professional language.
Formal Style
An opening designed to grab the reader’s attention.
hook
Using the same pattern of words for clarity.
parallel structure
A sentence where the subject receives the action.
passive voice
Repeating information unnecessarily.
redundant
To improve writing by changing ideas or organization.
revise
Facts or examples used to support a claim.
supporting evidence
The main argument or point of an essay.
thesis statement
The specific words an author selects for meaning and tone.
word choice
To add notes or comments to a text while reading.
Annotate
The feeling or idea connected to a word beyond its dictionary meaning.
connotation
The literal dictionary meaning of a word.
denotation
A word or phrase connecting ideas smoothly.
transition
A first version of a piece of writing.
draft
Facts, details, or examples used to support an idea or claim.
evidence
Writing intended to convince the reader of a certain opinion or action.
persuasive writing
A sentence stating the main idea of a paragraph.
topic sentence