šŸ’¤ • Lesson 3 : Persuasive & Descriptive Language Flashcards

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What is emotive language, and why is it useful?

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Words that trigger emotions in the reader (ex. ā€œHeartbreaking lossā€, instead of ā€œbad eventā€) .
It makes writing more persuasive and engaging.

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What is the rule of three, and how does it enhance writing?

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Listing three words or ideas (ex. Bold, brave and brilliant) creates rhythm, emphasis, and memorability.

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Why are rhetorical questions effective in persuasive writing?

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They engage the reader and make them think. (ex.) Do you really want to ignore this issue?ā€).
They create a sense of involvement.

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How can alliteration make writing more engaging?

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Repeating the same consonant sound (ex. ā€œDark and dangerousā€) makes phrases more memorable and catchy.

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What is a simile, and how does it improve description?

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A comparison using ā€œlikeā€ or ā€œasā€ (ex. ā€œHer smile was as bright as the sunā€).
It makes descriptions more vivid and relatable.

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What is personification, and why is it useful?

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Giving human qualities to non-human things (ex. ā€œThe wind whispered through the treesā€).
It makes writing more imaginative.

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How does contrast improve persuasive writing?

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Juxtaposing opposite ideas (ex. ā€œRich and poor, light and darkā€) highlights differences and strengthens arguments.

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What is hyperbole, and when should you use it?

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Extreme exaggeration (ex. ā€œI’ve told you a million times!ā€).
It adds drama and emphasis, but should be used carefully.

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How do power verbs make writing more impactful?

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Strong verbs (ex. ā€œDemandā€ instead of ā€œask,ā€ and ā€œshatterā€ instead of ā€œbreakā€) create intensity and emotion.

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What is an **anecdote*, and how does it help persuasion?

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A short personal story that makes arguments feel real and relatable.
It builds connection and credibility.

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How does direct address make persuasive writing more engaging?

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Speaking directly to the reader using ā€œyouā€ (ex. ā€œYou can make a differenceā€) makes the message feel personal and compelling.

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What is tricolon, and why is it effective?

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A list of three related ideas in a sentence (ex. ā€œI came, I saw, I conqueredā€).
It adds rhythm and impact.

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Why should you use contrasting adjectives in descriptive writing?

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They create stronger imagery (ex. The eerie silence was shattered by a deafening screamā€).

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What is a metaphor, and how does it enhance writing?

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A direct comparison without ā€œlikeā€ or ā€œasā€ (ex. ā€œHis words were daggersā€). It creates powerful imagery.

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How does inclusive language strengthen persuasive writing?

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Using words like ā€œweā€ and ā€œourā€ makes the audience feel involved (ex. ā€œTogether, we can change the futureā€).

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What is onomatopoeia, and why is it useful?

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Words that imitate sounds (ex. ā€œBangā€, ā€œwhisperā€, ā€œsizzleā€). It makes descriptions more immersive.

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What is a call to action, and why is it important in persuasive writing?

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A direct instruction to the reader (ex. ā€œSign up today!ā€).
It encourages immediate action.

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How do short sentences create impact in persuasive writing?

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They add urgency and drama (ex. ā€œTime is running out. Act now.ā€).

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Why should you use sensory details in descriptive writing?

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Engaging the five senses (sight, sound, touch, taste, smell) makes writing more vivid and immersive.

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What is repetition, and how does it strengthen persuasion?

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Repeating key words or phrases (ex. ā€œWe must fight. We must rise. We must win.ā€) reinforces the message and makes it memorable.