Exploring Word Choice in Writing

What is the main benefit of using precise words in writing?

• It makes the writing longer.

• It makes the writing more vivid and interesting.

• It makes the writing more formal.

• It makes the writing more confusing.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

Which sentence is more precise?

• I walked into the room and saw some food.

• I went to the place and saw something.

• I moved into the area and noticed some items.

• I crept into the kitchen and spotted a chocolate cake on the counter.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is an example of a precise noun?

• Animal

• Dog

• Chihuahua

• Pet

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

Which verb gives a more vivid picture?

• Went

• Moved

• Hurried

• Walked

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

Why should you use fewer adjectives and adverbs?

• They make sentences longer.

• They can interrupt the rhythm of the story.

• They make writing less interesting.

• They are always unnecessary.

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which sentence uses a better verb to show 'timid'?

• The small, timid, orange cat ran out from behind the couch.

• The small, timid, orange cat walked out from behind the couch.

• The small, timid, orange cat peered out from behind the couch.

• The small, timid, orange cat looked out from behind the couch.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is a better way to describe 'walked slowly'?

• Limped

• Ran

• Jumped

• Skipped

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

How can you identify repetition in your writing?

• By using a thesaurus.

• By using more adjectives.

• By writing quickly.

• By reading your work out loud.

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What should you do if you notice the same word used repeatedly?

• Ignore it.

• Use more adverbs.

• Replace some of the repeated words with different ones.

• Add more adjectives.

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Why should you write like people talk?

• To make your writing more formal.

• To make your writing longer.

• To use more complex words.

• To make your writing more relatable and easier to read.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.SL.8.6

CCSS.W.7.1D

CCSS.W.8.2E

CCSS.W.9-10.2E