Review Questions

Front

What sense does the word 'loud' appeal to?

Back

Sound

Front

Identify a signal word that does not belong in a COMPARE/CONTRAST organizational pattern.

Back

An example

Front

What is the connotation of the word 'stench'?

Back

Negative

Front

Which word has a positive connotation: 'gathering' or 'mob'?

Back

Gathering

Front

Identify a signal word that does not belong in a PROBLEM/SOLUTION organizational pattern.

Back

April 27, 2016

Front

What is the definition of connotation?

Back

The implied or associated meaning of a word, beyond its literal definition.

Front

What is the purpose of signal words in writing?

Back

To guide readers through the organization and flow of ideas.

Front

Define the term 'organizational pattern'.

Back

The structure or arrangement of ideas in a text.

Front

What does the term 'compare' mean in writing?

Back

To identify similarities between two or more subjects.

Front

What does the term 'contrast' mean in writing?

Back

To identify differences between two or more subjects.