Word Choice in Wring

Word Choice

The Power of Words

Open Ended

Think about what word choice means to you personally and in writing. Write a poem that captures your thoughts on word choice. Use vivid and precise language.

Multiple Choice

What is the primary purpose of analyzing an author's word choice?

• To uncover tone, mood, deeper text meanings.

• To determine the author's biography.
• To summarize the plot of the text.
• To identify grammatical errors in the writing.

Multiple Choice

Using clichés in your writing makes it more original and engaging.

• True

• False

Drag and Drop

Words have two main types of meaning: ​

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, which is the dictionary definition, and ​

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, which is the implied or suggested meaning.

Drag these tiles and drop them in the correct blank above

denotation

connotation

literal

explicit

figurative

implicit

Match

Match the term to the definition

• Words that are used incorrectly, often due to similar spelling or pronunciation

• Specialized language used within a particular field

• Language designed to manipulate emotions rather than present information fairly

• Phrases that have been overused and lost their impact

Misused Words

Jargon

Loaded Language

Clichés

• Misused Words

• Jargon

• Loaded Language

• Clichés

Draw

How does practicing writing regularly help improve your word choice and make your writing more powerful and engaging?

Draw a visual representation that shows how practicing writing enhances your ability to select better words. Use symbols, diagrams, or sketches to illustrate the connection between practice and improved word choice. Be creative and explain your drawing in one or two sentences.

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