unit 1: writing traits Flashcards
the main message of the piece and the details that support it
ideas
the internal structure of the piece (ex: beginning, middle, end)
Organization
the personal tone of the author’s message
Voice:
the vocabulary a writer chooses to convey meaning6
Word Choice:
the rhythm and flow of the language
Sentence Fluency:
the mechanical correctness of the piece (includes spelling, punctuation, and grammar)
Conventions:
the physical appearance of the piece
Presentation
part of the writing process that involves selecting a topic, developing ideas, and planning
Prewrite
to make improvements to the details, organization, and wording of the writing piece
Revise
:part of the writing process that involves writing a first attempt at the whole piece
Draft
correct errors in grammar, spelling, capitalization, punctuation, paragraphing in the writing piece
Edit
publush
final stage of the writing process that involves creating a final version of the peice
Compare
to examine (two or more objects, ideas, people,etc.) in order to note similarities
Contrast
to examine in order to show unlikeness or differences
Cause
the reason or motive for something that happens
Effect:
something that happens as the result of something else
Problem
any question or matter involving doubt,uncertainty, or difficulty
Chronological
arranged in the order of time
Solution:
the answer to any question or matter involving doubt, uncertainty, or difficulty
Procedural
text structure that provides steps to follow
Relevant
connected with the topic and purpose
Elaborate
to add details to; expand
Tone
the writer’s attitude toward the topic
City State
City State an independent, self governing city and the lands/villages around it.
- to believe in many gods and goddesses.
- to believe in many gods and goddesses.
a religious temple in Mesopotamia
Ziggurat -
