Informational Writing/ Speaking Vocabulary

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What does ethos refer to in writing?

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Ethical appeal or credibility.

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What is empathy?

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The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

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What does candid mean in the context of a photo?

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A photo that shows the crowd's true feelings without posing.

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What does logos refer to in writing?

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Logical reasoning.

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What is clarity in communication?

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The quality of being clear and easy to understand.

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What is pathos in writing?

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Emotional appeal.

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Define informational writing.

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Writing that aims to inform or explain a topic to the reader.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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To present the main argument or point of a piece of writing.

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What does audience mean in writing?

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The group of readers or listeners that the writer is addressing.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Information that backs up the main idea or argument.