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CSET Multiple Subjects Subtest 1a Domain 2: Written Communication

Subjects : cset, writing-skills
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1. A versatile prewriting method that can take many forms - such as listing - free - writing - mapping - charting - bulleting - and so forth.






2. Gives the reader and writer a sense of appropriateness for different writing situations (for example - one follows different writing conventions when writing a letter to the editor - an essay - a diary entry - a descriptive piece - or a letter of com






3. Describe actions (verbs); often end in - ly. E.g. The mechanic repaired my engine and installed a new clutch very quickly.






4. Include books - encyclopedias - professional journals - newspapers - magazines - and other periodicals.






5. Separates elements of equal power of meaning: two or more words - phrases or sentences. It should never separate a main clause from a subordinate clause or a word or phrase from a clause. - Used to separate main clauses when the separation is not don






6. Usually translated to mean 'as follows'; should never be used after 'is -' 'are -' 'was' or 'were' when presenting a series - To introduce a formal appositive - list - summary - quotation - example or other explanatory material whether or not the wor






7. Include such varied types as personal journals and diaries - letters - summaries - and research papers






8. Past - present - future; Error occurs when they are inconsistent. E.g. He walked for miles and finally saw a sign of civilization.






9. Fourth step of the writing process - Clean up diction and syntax (i.e. combine some sentences for effect and reword sentences for clarity) - Purpose: to check the flow of ideas and precision of presentation






10. A mode of writing in which the purpose is to inform - explain - clarify - describe - or define a subject to the reader - Meant to 'expose' information - Maintains focus on its topic and provides facts to inform its reader - Should be unbiased and acc






11. Designed to take a stand on an issue and convince the reader of the plausibility or correctness of that stand - Often employs an appeal to the reader's logic or ethics and uses strong and credible logic - Techniques include emphasizing benefits while






12. A work that tells a story - usually in roughly chronological order - Fiction or non - fiction - Events are presented in a story - like fashion that builds to a scene of climactic action - Examples: stories - poems - plays - fables - myths - and biogr






13. Paragraphing - transitional phrases - context






14. Join parts of a sentence (words - phrases and clauses) that are grammatically equal or similar - FANBOYS (for - and - nor - but - or - yet - so)






15. Describe things (nouns and pronouns) E.g. The quick work of the mechanic pleased me very much.






16. The visual clue that holds ideas together for both readers and writers - Traditionally has a topic sentence that focuses the paragraph's purpose; also provides examples while exhibiting clear reasoning and logical analysis of ideas - In a multiparagr






17. One that is placed too close to a word that it could but should not modify. E.g. Ann served a burned roast to the family.






18. Fifth/final step of the writing process - Allows writers to check the text for mechanical and diction errors (spelling - punctuation - grammar - etc.) - Purpose: to ensure that the final draft is as accurate and error - free as possible using the con






19. Second noun or noun equivalents that give additional information about a preceding noun - E.g. Mr. Johnson - a teacher - ran for chairman of the school board.






20. Take the place of nouns; note whether they should be in the subjective or objective case. E.g. We rewarded the workers who - according to the manager - had done the most imaginative job.






21. 1. A set phrase with a specific non - literal meaning - raining cats and dogs - kick the bucket - etc. 2. A conventional construction or usage that follows no specific grammatical rule but MUST be worded a certain way; expressions that 'sound right'






22. Transitions between paragraph units (not only... but also...) remind the reader of the important point in a previous paragraph and how it relates to the thrust of the current one






23. A popular method for initial brainstorming and organizing of thoughts (prewriting) - Think about all the elements of the topic and connect them to the central topic - Start with the main idea in the center of the page inside a circle - then related i






24. A plural subject goes with a plural verb; a singular subject goes with a singular verb E.g. Here on the table are an apple and three pears.






25. The most formal and traditional form of organizing (prewriting) - Clearly organizes each idea - which examples or ideas will be discussed - and the order in which they will all be presented - Visually displays the difference between main ideas (ident






26. Third step of the writing process - Begin fine - tuning the wording of the draft and/or rearranging the ideas or paragraph - Think about changes that will make the writing more logical and forceful (i.e. move a paragraph to a different location - rew






27. A good speaker establishes this with the audience in a manner that is engaging and appropriate - A good speaker avoids looking down - looking over the heads of the audience - or addressing just one member or one section of the audience.






28. Separates certain parts of sentences. Used before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence - Used to set off interrupting or introductory words or phrases. - Used to separate a series of words or word groups - Used to set off nonrestrictive






29. Evident in a written work that explains - explores - or considers the significance of an event - a work of art - etc. - Requires the writer to think critically and then present the results of his or her thinking - Examples: research papers - critique






30. Understanding proper documentation and bibliographic citation is essential - Using a style manual - such as The Chicago Manual of Style or that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) - is most helpful






31. Clauses and phrases that are descriptive but not needed to get across the basic meaning of the sentence. E.g. Harold - who dislikes school - is failing English.






32. The particular variety of a language used by an individual speaker or writer - which may be marked by peculiarities of vocabulary - grammar - and pronunciation






33. 1. Prewriting 2. Drafting 3. Revising 4. Editing 5. Proofreading






34. The words and phrases that move the reader on to new ideas - Help the reader understand not only ideas but also their relationship to one another - Traditional transitions to introduce ideas: for example - additionally - for instance - furthermore






35. Effective speakers know when to use hand gestures and how to employ them appropriately to enhance their presentation. Poor speakers keep their hands in their pockets - play with their hair - or fidget inappropriately.






36. Second step of the writing process; logically follows prewriting - Develop the initial draft of actual sentences and paragraphs - Don't worry about correctness or editing; rather - follow the organizational plan set up in the prewriting stage and inc






37. An introductory phrase that does not refer clearly or logically to a subsequent modifier (usually the subject) in a sentence. E.g. While we were strolling along the beach - a wave suddenly drenched us.






38. The distinctive variety of vocabulary - grammar - and pronunciation spoken by members of an identifiable regional group - nation - or social class






39. Include film - broadcast media - and all aspects of the Internet - Difference between a general - use Internet search site (i.e. Wikipedia - which may be useful to a certain extent but inappropriate for serious research) and highly reputable sites th






40. Phrases in a sentence that have the same grammatical structure. E.g. He liked swimming - weight lifting - and running.






41. When a noun/pronoun is the subject of a verb ('I -' not 'me')






42. Good speakers face the audience squarely with a natural stance - They do not shift their weight or stand askew; they do not lean informally to one side or the other - nor do they lean on a lectern or podium.






43. Narrative - Interpretive - Descriptive - Persuasive - Expository - Other Genres






44. First step of the writing process - Older term: Invention - The initial brainstorming step in which the writer gathers ideas and examples - Purpose: to organize one's thoughts and plan the order to present points - examples - arguments - etc. - Most






45. Effective speakers enunciate clearly and properly - using a natural pace that is governed by the syntax and content - Words are never slurred or run together - Good speakers do not use fillers such as um - ah - and like.






46. Eye contact - Volume and tone of voice - Pacing and clarity - Hand gestures - Posture






47. An effective speaker's tone varies naturally and appropriately according to the content - His or her volume is clear and suitable for the audience and venue - A good speaker modulates his/her volume at appropriate points in the delivery to engage the






48. Typically describes a person - place - or thing in such a way that the reader has a vivid impression of the written work - The written work has a basic purpose of describing something such as an emotion - event - or location - The use of evocative im






49. Dialect - Idiolect