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Voice
Syntax
Symbolism
OPTIC
100

What is "voice?"

A writer's word choice, attitude, and tone
100

What does "syntax" mean?

Sentence structure

100

Define "symbolism."

It is when an object represents an idea.

100

What does "OPTIC" stand for?

Overview, Parts, Text, Interrelations, Conclusion

200

Which is not a quality of formal voice?

- Avoids contractions

- It often uses "I" 

- Aviods abbreviations

- Avoids slang

- It often uses "I"

200
Re-write this sentence to put emphasis on the idea of time:


I never have time in the mornings. 

In the mornings, I never have time. 

200

Name three symbols that Americans likely see in the course of a week. 

Business logos (i.e., Starbucks logo, Nike swoosh, McDonalds arches, etc.), religious symbols (i.e., cross, virgen, Star of David, etc.), governmental symbols (i.e., flag, eagle, Statue of Liberty, etc.)...
200

OPTIC is a tool for what?

Reading and analyzing visual texts

300

A student wants to write about their culture in a way that makes the reader feel like they are invited to the writer's house.

To be most effective, should the student focus on using their voice formally or informally?

informally

300

Re-write this sentence to put emphasis on the idea of play:

Anytime we go outside to play, Rosie reminds me to wear sunscreen. 

Rosie reminds me to wear sunscreen anytime we go outside to play. 

300

Name one symbol that Frida Kahlo uses in her art and explain what it might represent. 

Answers will vary:
- Sun and moon (opposite energy)
- Plants (nature)
- Buildings (industry)
- Smoke (environmental damage)
- Etc.

300

If you were analyzing an image for its "T," what would you be looking for?

The title and any text in the image.
400

Formal or informal?

While reading a novel, it can helpful to keep a journal and periodically write personal entries in response to what it is that is being read. 

formal

400

Re-write the sentence to create a tone (feeling) of suspense:

The soldiers stepped into the forest and knew that the enemy was near, and each one of them made sure that they were ready because any moment could erupt in gunfire. 

The soldiers stepped into the forest. They knew that the enemy was near. Each one of them made sure they were ready. Any moment could erupt in gunfire. 

400

Examine the visual text that is displayed in the text. Analyze is using the "P" category of OPTIC. 

Answers will vary, but there should be attention to the PARTS of the text. 

500

What are a few advantages of using formal voice that you don't get from using informal voice? 

Multiple possible answers:
- Increased authority
- Professional tone
- Expertise
- Confidence
- Logical structure and sequence
- Increased academic control
- Etc.