Writing Process
What is the first step in writing process?
Pre-drafting
Is the following sentence true or false?
when "translating" a scholarly work, you should use a conversational tone.
True
Is the following sentence true or false?
In a writer-responsible language, the reader is expected to decode the message.
False
Is the following sentence true or false?
Research methodology is an important part of translating for lay audience and should be included in a blogpost.
False
Is the following sentence active or passive?
My father has been feeling sick lately.
Active. It has no passive.
Making changes at the sentence level is called: ......
Editing
"Translate" the following sentence for lay audience:
The author defines "beauty" as three key components, including skin color, body size, and looks.
The author defines "beauty" as looks, skin color, and body size.
What is the definition of "lay audience"?
What are the three main elements of "translating" in a blogpost?
1. Information selection (say the right things)
2. Distraction elimination (say things right)
3. Organization and structure (simple and clear)
Is the following sentence true or false?
Your podcast script must be different from your translation in your blogpost.
True
Reorganizing, adding, or deleting paragraphs during the writing process is called .....
Revision
"Translate" the following sentence for lay audience:
Korea picked up much of its technology from foreign suppliers of machinery, raw materials, and equipment or from foreign buyers.
Korea received (much of) its technology from foreign buyers or foreign suppliers of machinery, equipment, and raw materials.
Define "angle of vision" in one sentence.
Angle of vision is persuading readers to see a topic or subject from the writer’s perspective.
What is the average number of words per sentence in a blog post?
16-25 words
Is the following sentence active or passive? If it is active, change it to passive. If it is passive, change it to active.
Our papers are going to be collected by the teacher.
Passive.
Active: The teacher is going to collect our papers.
What is the difference between outlining and concept mapping?
Outlining is a "list" of main ideas and details with hierarchical relationships
Concept mapping is a "keyword or central idea" in the middle with branches of words and phrases connected by association lines.
What are "bulky constructions"? Give at least four examples.
Bulky constructions fatten sentences and distract attention. They are:
1. Superfluous nouns; 2.Superfluous verbs; 3. Superfluous articles and prepositions; 4. Overweight prepositions; 5. Opening expletives
Give 4 elements of "audience awareness."
1. knowing the audience's values.
2. choosing a writing organization that helps the audience understand better.
3. knowing the type of evidence that convinces the audience.
4. choosing the type of impression the writing conveys (word choice, sentence structure, tone).
Give at least 3 "grammatical considerations" in writing a blogpost.
1. Avoid passive voice.
2. Avoid turning simple verbs into phrases.
3. Avoid too many compound and complex sentences.
4. Avoid double and multiple negatives.
Is the following sentence active or passive? If it is active, change it to passive. If it is passive, change it to active.
Mr. Andrew has not signed those papers yet.
Active.
Passive: Those papers have not been signed by Mr. Andrew yet.
What is the difference between freewriting and wet inking?
Freewriting is writing without paying attention to grammar, spelling, and form.
Wet inking is writing for 1 minute (or so) without taking your pen from the page.
Why the rule of "short and simple first" does not apply to peanut butter and jelly?
This is a Siamese Twin or Binominal and is an exception to the rule. They are common and easier to process without change.
Give 4 strategies to create "angle of vision."
1. Stating your point of view directly
2. Selecting some details while omitting others
3. Using figures of speech (e.g., metaphor)
4. Creating emphasis or de-emphasis through structure (e.g., passive vs. active)
Give at least 3 "distraction elimination strategies" in writing a blogpost.
1. do not include the research methodology.
2. Avoid unnecessary acronyms and jargons.
3. Do not include complex information.
4. Avoid too many citations in your blog.
Is the following sentence active or passive? If it is active, change it to passive. If it is passive, change it to active.
Have they been informed of a proposed increase in their rent?
Passive.
Active: Has somebody informed them of a proposed increase in their rent?