Analyzing Writing Techniques and Structures

The video tutorial guides students on identifying literary techniques in a poem and writing a STEEL paragraph. It emphasizes the importance of selecting accessible techniques and linking them to the rubric and question ideas. A sample answer is evaluated for rubric terminology and technique use. The tutorial also explores the complexity of relationships in a text passage, highlighting the use of scientific and anthropological language. Students are encouraged to identify techniques such as sensory imagery and metaphors.

What is the primary goal when identifying techniques in a poem?

• To rewrite the poem in your own words

• To select three key techniques that are easy to analyze

• To find as many techniques as possible

• To memorize the entire poem

Which of the following is an example of emotive language mentioned in the transcript?

• Compare

• Rotting

• Desperate

• Google

What is the purpose of using a STEEL paragraph structure?

• To write as much as possible

• To ensure clarity and organization in your response

• To avoid using any techniques

• To confuse the reader

In the sample answer, what was suggested to improve the response?

• Use simpler language

• Make it longer

• Add more techniques

• Include explicit references to the rubric

What is the main focus of the question about the complexity of relationships?

• To describe the characters

• To explore the complexity of relationships

• To summarize the passage

• To list all the techniques used

Which technique is identified as creating a lexical chain in the passage about relationships?

• Metaphor

• Sensory imagery

• Jargon

• Personification