Imaginative Writing
What type of writing is mainly used to tell a story?
imaginative writing
What is the main purpose of discursive writing
to present arguments or opinions
What is reflective writing mainly about
about personal experiences or learning
What is a simile
“like” or “as”
What is the main goal of persuasive writing?
to convince the reader to agree with your opinion
Name one perspective a story can be told from
first person or third person
Name one type of argument used in discursive writing.
factual, emotional, or logical argument
Name one way to start a reflective piece
“I remember…” or “This experience taught me…
What is a metaphor
comparing two things without using “like” or “as”
Name one technique used to persuade.
using facts, emotions, or opinions
Which technique builds suspense by hinting at events to come?
foreshadowing
What is a counterargument?
an opposing view presented to strengthen your argument
What is the purpose of analyzing your actions in reflective writing
to understand what worked, what didn’t, and why
What is alliteration
repetition of consonant sounds at the start of words
What is a rhetorical question?
a question asked to make the reader think, not to get an answer
What is a twist in the story that surprises the reader and changes their understanding of events?
A plot twist
How should evidence be used in discursive writing
to support your point with facts, examples, or statistics
How can reflection show personal growth
explaining how you changed or learned from an experience
How does imagery enhance writing
creating pictures in the reader’s mind using descriptive language
How can repetition make writing more persuasive
emphasizing a point to make it memorable
How can character development reflect a story’s theme
a character changes to highlight the story’s message
Why is a balanced conclusion important in discursive writing
summarize both sides and leave the reader with a final perspective
Why is linking experiences to future actions important in reflective writing
to show how lessons learned can guide your decisions
Give an example of personification
giving human traits to something non-human, like “The wind whispered”
Why is understanding your audience important in persuasive writing
tailor your argument to what will influence them most