General Paper Vocabulary 1.2

Define audience in writing

• The audience is the main character in the story.
• The audience is the writer's personal thoughts.
• The audience refers to the writing style used.
• The audience in writing is the intended group of readers or viewers.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Define register in writing

• Register refers to the physical location of a document.
• Register is the process of submitting a written work for publication.
• Register in writing is the level of formality or style appropriate for a given context.
• Register is a type of writing tool used for note-taking.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

Define purpose in reading or writing

• To memorize facts and figures without understanding.
• The purpose in reading or writing is to communicate and understand ideas.
• To entertain readers with fictional stories.
• To create confusion and misinterpretation of ideas.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

Define expository writing

• Expository writing is a type of poetry that expresses emotions.
• Expository writing is primarily used for fictional storytelling.
• Expository writing is a form of writing that only entertains the reader.
• Expository writing is a form of writing that explains, informs, or describes a subject.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

Define argumentative writing

• Argumentative writing is a style of writing that aims to convince the reader of a specific point of view through logical reasoning and evidence.
• Argumentative writing is a form of poetry that expresses emotions.
• Argumentative writing is solely based on personal opinions without evidence.
• Argumentative writing is a narrative style that tells a story without a clear point of view.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Define discursive writing

• Discursive writing is when your purpose is to explore an issue by considering objectively various points of view before arriving at an evidence-based conclusion.

• Discursive writing is a technical document that outlines procedures.
• Discursive writing is a type of poetry that expresses emotions.
• Discursive writing is a narrative style focused on storytelling.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Define tone in writing

• Tone is the genre of a piece of writing.
• Tone in writing is the author's attitude or emotional quality expressed through their choice of words and style.
• Tone refers to the physical sound of a voice.
• Tone is the length of sentences used in writing.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

Define biased in writing

• Biased in writing means being completely objective and neutral.
• Biased in writing refers to a lack of neutrality, favoring one viewpoint or opinion over others.
• Biased in writing refers to presenting all viewpoints equally.
• Biased in writing is a style that avoids any personal opinions.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Define being objective in writing.

• Being objective involves using emotional language to persuade readers.
• Being objective means sharing personal opinions freely.
• Being objective in writing means presenting information based on facts without personal bias.
• Being objective is about writing creatively without any factual basis.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Define command words

• Command words are phrases that provide examples of answers.
• Command words are verbs that instruct how to respond to a question.
• Command words are nouns that represent the main topic.
• Command words are adjectives that describe a question.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D