Writing Concepts Flashcards

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Context

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The circumstances and information you need to know in order to fully understand an issue.

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Shape

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The way the writer organizes writing to develop a point or provide information.

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Thesis

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A summary of the main idea, which makes the intentions of an essay clear to the reader.

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Evidence

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The factual information that supports your reasons.

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Audience

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The person/people you are speaking to or writing for.

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Register

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Type of language used for a particular purpose or in a particular setting.

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Tone

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The attitude of the writer towards their subject or audience.

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Mood

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The emotions evoked and atmosphere created by the work.

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Biased

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Having a tendency to believe one aspect of an argument more than others as a result of one's personal opinions and/or prejudice.

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Objective

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Not influenced by personal feelings or opinions when presenting an argument.