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What is the meaning of fervently
In an intense or deeply felt manner
What is the meaning of veracity?
Truthfulness or accuracy.
What is an antonym for exemplify?
Misrepresent.
What is the meaning of unrequited?
Not returned or repaid in kind.
What is the meaning of pluralism?
A state of society in which diverse groups participate.
What element is the writer using in the sentence, "She is as old as the hills"?
Hyperbole
What technique is the writer using in the sentence, "I was swept up in a avalanche of bodies rushing to get out of the theater".
Metaphor.
Rhetoric is a platform for creating a relationship among three components. What are the 3 components?
The three components are: message, writer or speaker and audience.
What is an authors purpose for writing a paper?
The writers purpose is to inform or persuade.
What are some differences between persuasion and argument?
Persuasion: is concerned primarily with influencing the way people think and act; is the art of leading people to do or believe something; often seeks to convince by appealing to emotion; does not necessarily involve an argument.
Argument: has logic as its primary concern; seeks to convince by appealing to logic and the mind; always involves persuasion.
Write a sentence using imagery.
The lake was crystal clear and the reflecting sun caused the surface to shine like diamonds.
Write an example of a compound sentence.
This car is too big, and that car is too small.
Write a sentence using an oxymoron.
Those giant shrimp at the Crab House are delicious.
Give an example of personification.
The old house groaned and moaned all through the storm.
In writing, what is an argument?
Argument is a type of writing that emphasizes logic, specifically claims, reasons, evidence and, counterclaims.
How would you read a scientific article?
To read a scientific article, first skim the article; grasp the vocabulary; highlight words and phrases you don't understand; identify structure; draw conclusions.
How should you read a poem?
Read a poem slowly; read in normal tone; try to keep flow going; use a dictionary to look up unfamiliar words.
What are some things you can do to understand and retain the material you read?
First skim the text; write notes on the page; read the material out loud; ask yourself questions about what you have read; read in a quiet place.
What is best way to determine theme in a story?
First determine story's plot; analyze the way the story uses characterization; identify the primary conflict in the story; look for recurring images or information.
What is the best way to determine the author's purpose for writing the article or story?
The best way to identify the authors purpose is to use PIE.
P is for persuade – look for the authors opinion
I is for inform – find the facts that are presented
E is for entertain – look for the way the author amuses the reader
What are some techniques you could use to learn to write poetry?
Use metaphors and simile; don't use abstract words; know what your goal is; subvert the ordinary; use images; avoid using sentimentality and cliches; decide which type of poetry you want to write.
How do you write a short story?
Find your key emotion; identify the core meaning; develop a hook; write the story then reread it; edit yourself; make sure the ending is strong.
What are some things you can do to improve your writing skills?
Write something each and every day; start by making an outline; research what you want to write about; use normal language with simple structure; develop flow in your writing; make sure you are conveying the message you intend; don't use filler words; keep paragraphs short.
Name some things you can do to develop your own style of writing?
Identify your personality traits and quirks; find your uniqueness in the way you view the world around you; feel what you write; use all your senses to reach out; make your writing fresh in it's approach.
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