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Writing Terms
Praxis II (5015) - Writing Terms
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01/06/2013

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Encode
Definition
Take spoken sounds and “encode” them as written words.
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Narrative Writing
Definition
Writing that tells a story (e.g. has a plot). Has chronology (experiences time).
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Descriptive Writing
Definition
Writing that describes something to the senses (e.g. a description of a meadow). Designed to affect the reader’s emotions.
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Persuasive Writing
Definition
Writing that tries to convince the reader of something.
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Expository Writing
Definition
Writing that tries to inform the reader of something (e.g. giving directions to a house). It doesn’t care if the reader uses the information or has their minds changed, it’s just giving it to them.
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