Analyzing Anecdotes

____ is a brief, entertaining account of an incident or event.

• A narrative

• An anecdote

• A monologue

• Low comedy

When analyzing anecdotes using T.W.I.S.T., what information would be organized under the heading of "Imagery"?

• the intended response the author hopes to achieve

• the central idea; moral

• diction; word choice

• descriptive details and figurative language

When analyzing anecdotes using T.W.I.S.T., what information would be organized under the heading of "Word Choice"?

• descriptive details and figurative language

• central ideas; message about life

• diction; formal or informal language

• the author's attitude toward the topic

When analyzing anecdotes using T.W.I.S.T., what information would be organized under the heading of "Style"?

• the author's use of language to create humor

• descriptive details; imagery

• specific diction - formal or informal

• the author's attitude about the topic

Which of the following is NOT a common feature of an effective anecdote?

• Detailed descriptions

• A clear connection to the main topic

• A lengthy and complex plot

• A specific point or moral

What makes an anecdote memorable and effective in writing?

• The use of complex vocabulary

• Its ability to evoke emotions

• The inclusion of irrelevant details

• Its length

An effective anecdote in an argumentative essay should:

• Be unrelated to the thesis to provide a broad perspective

• Be based on hypothetical scenarios to engage the reader's imagination

• Directly support the thesis with a relevant, real-life example

• Focus on describing a setting rather than supporting an argument

When using anecdotes to support arguments, it's important to:

• Choose anecdotes that are unrelated to the topic for variety

• Use as many anecdotes as possible to fill up space

• Ensure the anecdotes are directly relevant to the main argument

• Focus solely on the anecdote rather than the argument

Where are anecdotes MOST commonly found?

• television

• in photo albums

• an editorial in a newspaper

• broadcast and digital media

When writing an anecdote, ALWAYS ____.

• start with the end result.

• start with an introduction.

• start in the middle of the action.