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What are persuasive words?

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Words used to convince or influence the reader's opinion.

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What is an assumption?

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A fact or statement that is taken for granted without proof.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To provide information or facts to the reader.

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What is the purpose of persuasion in writing?

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To influence or convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint.

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What is fiction/literary writing?

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A piece of written material that tells a story or entertains, such as a novel.

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What is the purpose of descriptive writing?

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To create a vivid picture in the reader's mind using sensory details.

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What does it mean to entertain in writing?

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To engage the reader's interest and provide enjoyment.

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What are sensory words?

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Words that appeal to the senses (sight, sound, taste, touch, smell) to create imagery.

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What is the difference between fiction and nonfiction?

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Fiction is imaginative writing, while nonfiction is based on facts and real events.

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What does it mean to explain in writing?

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To make something clear or easy to understand by providing details.