THE 4 MODES OF WRITING
The mode of writing that presents factual information; its purpose is to inform.
What is expository?
the main message (foundation of the house)
What are ideas?
Suddenly
I’ve been worrying for months about
a future I didn’t want around
but suddenly I feel safe and sound
and excited for what’s next
This is an example of...?
What is expressive writing?
A sentence that grabs the reader's attention.
What is a hook?
The mechanical correctness of your writing is which trait?
What are Conventions?
The mode of writing that presents literary elements; its purposes are to entertain and teach.
What is narrative?
the internal structure of the piece (floor plan of the house)
What is organization?
"Advances in science and technology have made the use of "green" energy possible. In places where climate conditions permit, people are able to use solar energy or wind energy for power. Solar energy is the use of sunlight for energy and power." This is an example of?
What is expository writing?
Transitions that link one idea to another.
How the writing actually looks on the page would be which trait?
What is presentation?
The mode of writing with a purpose to convince the audience to do or think a certain way.
What is persuasive?
the personal tone/personality of the author’s message (people who live in the house)
What is voice?
The short story "Goldilocks and the Three Bears" is an example of which mode of writing?
What is narrative writing?
Makes a claim/tells the reader exactly what the essay is about.
What is a thesis?
Depending on your audience and purpose, you may CHANGE this trait...
What is voice?
The mode of writing with a purpose to fulfill the writer's artistic impulse.
What is expressive?
the vocabulary a writer chooses to convey meaning (the sun shining outside the house)
What is word choice?
"Chompers Dog Food is sure to make your dog's tail wag. Call the number on your screen and we'll send a second bag for FREE!"
What is persuasive writing?
Rewording the text to clarify content.
What is paraphrasing?
If I am asking you to use stronger verbs, which trait am I referring to?
What is word choice?
The form of writing contains facts...AND opinions, questions, descriptions.
What is expressive?
the rhythm and flow of the language (the clouds floating about the house)
What is sentence fluency?
Ashley wrote a letter to convince her parents that she needs to be able to stay out until 11 pm instead of 10 pm. This is an example of...?
What is persuasive writing?
A brief statement or account of the main points of the argument.
What is a summary?
If a reader starts each sentence the same, making the piece hard to read smoothly, which trait do they need to work on?
What is sentence fluency?