language b

• What is the definition of alliteration?

  The repetition of an initial consonant sound.
• What is the general effect of alliteration?

  To give the readers a fun reading experience or to create a subtle rhyming.
• Give an example of alliteration.

  “The amazing adventures of Atif Aslam.”
• What is an anecdote?

  A short story about a real incident or person.
• How does an anecdote enhance writing?

  By providing a third person experience that makes the writing more reliable and engaging.
• Provide an example of an anecdote.

  “Timothy Ader lived in a shipping container and liked it.”
• What do adjectives and adverbs do?

  Adjectives modify nouns, and adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, and other adverbs.
• What is the effect of using adjectives and adverbs in writing?

  To create a clear mental visualization of the writer’s experience for the readers.
• What is contrast in writing?

  Two opposing ideas placed together.
• What is the effect of using contrast?

  To create irony or establish sarcasm.
• What is the purpose of a colon in writing?

  To provide extra information about the subject of the sentence.
• What is the effect of using a colon?

  To reveal something after a suspense or a build-up.
• Give an example of a sentence using a colon.

  “He had a lot of cars: six to be exact.”
• What is a dash in writing?

  Punctuation (–) used to provide extra information about the subject of the sentence.
• What is the effect of using a dash?

  To provide extra information about the subject of the sentence.
• Provide an example of a sentence using a dash.

  “John – the only friend he had – was a good guy.”
• What is direct speech?

  A report of the exact words used by a speaker.
• What is the effect of using direct speech?

  To present an unaltered dialogue of a real person, engaging the readers.
• Provide an example of direct speech.

  “How’s life?” she asked me enthusiastically.
• What is direct address in writing?

  The use of "you" to communicate with the readers.
• What is the effect of using direct address?

  To make the readers feel as though the writer is directly speaking to them.
• Provide an example of direct address.

  “…and we need your help to do so.”
• What is emphasis in writing?

  Any word or sentence in quotes, italics, or bold.
• What is the effect of using emphasis?

  To highlight a particular word or sentence that interests the readers.
• Provide an example of emphasis.

  “he ‘loved’ her.”
• What is ellipsis in writing?

  Punctuation (…) used to indicate omitted text or a trailing thought.
• What is the effect of using ellipsis?

  To show continuity after expressing emotions, reflecting raw feelings to the readers.
• Provide an example of ellipsis.

  “What have you done…”
• What is euphemism?

  The substitution of an inoffensive term for one considered offensively explicit.
• What is the effect of using euphemism?

  To normalize something and be more respectful.
• Provide an example of euphemism.

  “Going to the other side” instead of “death.”
• What is the purpose of examples in writing?

  To support claims or explanations.
• What is the effect of using examples?

  To provide clarity and support to the writer's claims.
• Provide an example of using examples in writing.

  “…for example, rising sea levels…”
• What is emotive language?

  Language that evokes an emotional response from the reader.
• What is the effect of using emotive language?

  To reflect raw emotions and make the writing more interesting and engaging.
• Provide an example of emotive language.

  “He was trembling with fear.”
• What is formal language?

  Language that is more attractive to intended readers.
• What is the effect of using formal language?

  To convey professionalism and seriousness in writing.
• What is hyperbole?

  Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.