Chapter 5: The Art Of Writing, Speaking, And Listening

Question 1

What are the types of writing?

Answer 1

Argumentative, informative, descriptive, and narrative.

Question 2

What is argumentative writing?

Answer 2

Typically persuasive. It includes evidence, opinions, subjective language and suggestive rhetoric.

Question 3

What is informative writing?

Answer 3

Educational. It uses fact based information, definitions, and instructional based rhetoric.

Question 4

What is descriptive writing?

Answer 4

Gives readers details through the five senses. Uses significant imagery and language that is appealing to the senses.

Question 5

What is narrative writing?

Answer 5

Tells a story. Characterized by character development, event chronology, dialogue and story line.

Question 6

What is an example of a checklist to ensure your writing meets key criteria?

Answer 6

Is the chosen writing mode correct for the purpose of the writing?
Are the characteristics of the writing mode complementary to the writing topic?
Is the intended audience taken into consideration in regards to interests or demographics?
Is the writing executed in a way that is understood and makes sense?

Question 7

What is the most important thing to ensure in your writing?

Answer 7

The writing’s main point is clearly made and the supporting information is included in a supportive and clear way. State your main idea, organize the main idea and the supporting information in a way that clearly makes sense, use clear and proper English and ensure strong supporting details.

Question 8

What are transitions?

Answer 8

Important part of making sure the piece is fluid, organized, and clearly delivered. The 7 types are general order, chronological order, numerical order, cause and effect, compare and contrast, spatial order, summary order.

Question 9

What is style choice?

Answer 9

It pertains to the target audience. Diction, figurative language and sentence structure are points of style choice.

Question 10

What should all sentences include?

Answer 10

All include a beginning, middle, and end. The beginning of the sentence should introduce the main point or purpose. The middle of the sentence should include supporting details or evidence. The ending of a sentence should summarize the sentence, highlight the main point or reiterate the main idea.

Question 11

What is prewriting?

Answer 11

When the writer brainstorms what they wish to write about, research topics if it is required, organize their thoughts, plan out what they intend to write and finally start on the rough draft portion of the writing.

Question 12

What is the writing stage?

Answer 12

The step in which writing the full literary piece takes place.

Question 13

What is the revising stage?

Answer 13

When the writer reviews what he or she has written. Changes are commonly made, such as adding content, taking out content and otherwise rewriting content.

Question 14

What is the editing stage?

Answer 14

When errors in formatting, grammar, punctuation, and spelling are addressed and corrected.

Question 15

What is the completion or publishing stage?

Answer 15

The step in which the final copy is submitted. This may mean it is given to a teacher or professor, a publisher, an employer or another relevant individual.

Question 16

What are the most common types of visual aids?

Answer 16

Blackboards, google slides, handouts, physical props or objects, PowerPoint presentations, projectors, videos and whiteboards.

Question 17

How do you have a well-executed and effective speech or presentation?

Answer 17

Have a clear format. The speaker and main point of the topic should be introduced first. Supporting details come next. Further explanation of the main point or details supporting the main point are the next focus. At the conclusion, the main point is reiterated.

Question 18

What to look for in a speech?

Answer 18

Make sure that what is being said or heard is coming across in a way that is understood, highlights the main idea, has information to support the key point or main idea and wraps things up in a cohesive and accurate manner.

Question 19

What is a poor writing style like?

Answer 19

Poor writing or speaking skills are often signified by a lack of writing style, organization and information of relevant supporting details. Additionally, poorly written or executed pieces will often be riddled with grammatical, punctuation and formatting errors.

Question 20

How do you ensure effective communication?

Answer 20

Important to choose a topic and method that is appropriate for the audience and age group you are speaking to. Conversation should be consistently productive, guidance and participation should be encouraged and the overall tone of the discussion should be kept positive.

Question 21

How should you have a conversation in a group setting?

Answer 21

It is important for all of those involved to be encouraged and feel comfortable participating in the conversation. Individuals should introduce themselves before speaking. Individuals participating in the group conversation should be given adequate time to consider the topic at hand and contribute in a meaningful way. Individuals should be respectful in their language, tone and body language as they engage with the group to ensure that they conversation stays positive and everyone feels comfortable and safe participating in the conversation.

Question 22

How to keep the conversation going?

Answer 22

Ask follow up questions. Ensuring the clarification is made regarding statements, feelings or questions that are expressed to help individuals or the group understand a point more clearly. Reassuring those who seem unsure or uncomfortable with speaking, encouraging them to share their viewpoint, giving feedback or answering follow up questions. Being patient and allowing individuals time and the opportunity to share, interact and follow up within the discussion.

Question 23

How should group and one on one discussions be?

Answer 23

Productive, no hostile and educational experiences. The facilitator should discuss things that are informative or of interest to the targeted individual or group. Material should be presented, whether in writing or verbally, in a way that is healthy, respectful and positive.