Painting with Words: Description and Definition

What is the main purpose of description in writing, as explained in the passage?

• To list facts about a subject

• To provide a clear and concise explanation

• To bring an experience to life using sensory details

• To define complex ideas

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

According to the passage, what does definition help to achieve in writing?

• Engage the reader with vivid imagery

• Clarify meaning and set boundaries

• Evoke emotions in the reader

• Provide sensory details

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Why are description and definition considered essential building blocks for a strong argument?

• They help in listing facts and figures

• They ensure clarity and engagement

• They provide dictionary entries

• They focus on grammar and syntax

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

In the example given in the passage, how is description used to argue against school uniforms?

• By listing the benefits of uniforms

• By painting a picture of dull conformity

• By defining the term 'uniform'

• By providing statistical data

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What role does figurative language play in description and definition, according to the passage?

• It makes descriptions more vivid and definitions more engaging

• It provides statistical evidence

• It ensures grammatical accuracy

• It lists facts and figures

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

How can emotional impact be achieved in writing, as per the passage?

• By using descriptive language

• By providing clear definitions

• By listing facts

• By using complex vocabulary

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is one creative way to use description and definition mentioned in the passage?

• Using complex vocabulary

• Experimenting with different perspectives

• Focusing on grammar

• Listing facts

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

How can writers effectively use sensory details in their descriptions to create a more immersive experience for readers?

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

In what ways can the strategic use of description and definition enhance the persuasiveness of an argument?

How might a writer effectively combine figurative language with description and definition to explain a complex concept?

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D