Unit 1: Introduction to Creative Writing

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Other term for diction?

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word choice

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Purposes of diction in writing, except:

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It maintains the formal tone of the story.

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Difference between accuracy and precision in diction?

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Accuracy: careful selection of words; Precision: exact use of words to express an idea.

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Diction in: Bea dumped him last January.

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slang diction

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Diction in: 'The clouds, against the clear sky of sunrise, seem like the gates of heaven.'

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poetic diction

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Diction in: I bought my daughter a blue smartphone.

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Concrete diction.

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Diction in: Cheers to you, mate!

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colloquial diction

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Formal diction sentences, except:

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Do you wanna make pudding?

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Poetic diction is used in all but one:

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I need a doctor to room eight, stat.

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Informal diction example, except:

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Good evening, ladies and gentlemen!