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English 208B U6

Unit 6

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narrative prompt a writing prompt that asks for the writer to respond with an essay that tells a story
narrative A narrative is a story, either fiction or nonfiction.
descriptive prompt a writing prompt that asks for the writer to use rich details to bring a person, place, thing, or idea to life
descriptive form of the word describe.
expository prompt a writing prompt that asks for the writer to respond with an expository essay—an essay that explains
expository Expository writing is writing that informs or explains.
persuasive prompt a writing prompt that asks for a response in the form of a persuasive essay
writing prompt is a question that asks you to respond in writing.
What steps can you take to write a successful response to a descriptive prompt? Read the prompt carefully. Create a list of descriptive words or phrases you can use. Make sure your description reaches all the senses.
Formal Language The choice of words, phrases, and sentences that adhere to the conventional standards of grammar, usage, and mechanics
Informal Language The choice of words, phrases, and sentences that adhere to the conventional standards of grammar, usage, and mechanics but may include contractions and colloquialisms
Slang Very informal speech, consisting either of new words or of new definitions of old words, which usually stays in fashion only for a brief period of time
Oxymoron a figure of speech that includes pairs of words that contradict each other
Connotation the mental picture or feeling that a word gives a reader; a meaning beyond a literal meaning
Nuance subtle (not obvious) difference in meaning
Denotation the dictionary meaning of a word or phrase
Euphemism a mild, indirect expression used when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing
Paradox A statement that seems contradictory but is actually true
Antithesis The direct opposite, a sharp contrast. Make a point and then share the oppositve view or share the opposite view to make your point.
Implicit something that is suggested or implied but not ever clearly said
Explicit describes something that is very clear and without vagueness or ambiguity.
Observation Something you can directly see with your eyes.
Inference Something that is implied but not directly stated
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