wordiness & redundancy

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What is wordiness?

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When a writer uses an excessive amount of words to demonstrate their point/idea.

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What is redundancy?

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Using more words than necessary to convey an idea, often repeating the same information.

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Identify an example of redundancy: 'Terrible tragedy' or 'red roses'?

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Terrible tragedy.

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What does it mean to be concise?

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To express an idea clearly and in few words.

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What is a wordy sentence?

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A sentence that uses more words than needed, making it less clear.

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Make 'Be in agreement' more concise.

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Agree.

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What is an example of wordiness?

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'The reason why is because...' instead of 'Because...'.

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Identify the redundant phrase: 'I saw it with my own eyes.'

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With my own eyes.

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What is the opposite of wordiness?

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Conciseness.

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What does 'repeat again' illustrate?

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Redundancy.