English Composition

English Composition Study Guide

A form of writing in which reasons are presented in a logical fashion to support or refute a particular view. The way in which information is organized within a piece of writing. The intended readers of a piece of writing. The paragraphs located between the introduction and conclusion that express the main idea of a piece of writing. The act of listing all the possible ideas suggested by a topic. The main point of a document often suggested by the thesis statement. A logical arrangement of ideas that the reader can follow from one point to another. A written representation of a person, place, idea, or thing using concrete details. Vivid, colorful words that appeal to the reader’s senses used to describe, convince, or support the central idea. A short analytic or descriptive piece of writing dealing with a specific topic. Writing that explains a concept, process, or idea. Concentrated effort or attention on a particular idea to give it emphasis or clarity. A prewriting technique in which the writer writes openly and freely on a topic without worrying about spelling, grammar, or format. A statement based on limited evidence or general characteristics rather than specific details. The central topic for discussion. A written record of thoughts, impressions, or other information. The process of narrowing a general topic to a specific topic suitable for the writing task. Referring to the dictionary definition of a word. The science of sensible, rational reasoning or inference. A word or group of words that describes another word or group of words. A piece of writing that tells a story. A piece of writing designed to change the way a reader thinks or acts. The perspective from which a story is told. The steps or stages involved in doing something. The goal behind a piece of writing. Changing a piece of writing to improve it. The organization of words in sentences. A statement of the purpose or subject of a piece of writing. The method by which a writer reveals an attitude or opinion on the subject of a piece of writing. The specific subject of a piece of writing. Words, phrases, or sentences used to connect ideas within a piece of writing. Writing in which each sentence helps to develop the main idea. The way in which language is used. Details that appeal to the reader’s five senses.

Appendix A: Terms to Know Argument

Arrangement

Audience

Body

Brainstorming Central Idea

Coherence

Description

Details

Essay

Exposition

Focus

Freewrite

Generalization

Issue

Journal

Limiting the subject

Literal Logic

Modifier Narration Persuasion Point of View

Process Purpose Revision Syntax

Thesis Statement

Tone

Topic

Transitions

Unity Usage

Vivid Details

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