Foundational writing vocabulary and concepts for elementary and middle school students, including grammar, structure, and the writing process.
20 cards
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Writer's Purpose
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The specific reason an author creates a text. The three main purposes are to Inform (teach facts), Persuade (convince the reader of an opinion), or Entertain (tell a story for enjoyment).
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Audience
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The specific group of people a writer intends to reach. A writer changes their tone and word choice depending on if the audience is friends, teachers, or the general public.
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Topic Sentence
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The first sentence in a paragraph that states the main idea. It acts like a roadmap for the paragraph, telling the reader what the rest of the sentences will be about.
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Supporting Details
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Sentences that back up the main idea stated in the topic sentence. They can be facts, examples, or reasons that explain the main point more clearly.
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Closing Sentence
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The final sentence of a paragraph that wraps up the thought. It should restate the main idea in a new way or provide a sense of conclusion.
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