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What is a text?

A large unit of written language that expresses one main point or central idea.

Transitional Devices

Words or phrases that help carry a thought from one sentence, idea, or paragraph to another.

Examples of transitional words for sequence

First, next, then, after, and suddenly.

What is pre-reading?

The process of skimming a text to locate key ideas before careful reading.

Definition of Free Writing

A technique where the author writes thoughts quickly and continuously without worrying about form, style, or grammar.

What is a Graphic Organizer?

A visual presentation of concepts that helps structure information into organizational patterns.

Listing

When writing down ideas and make a connection by associating similar ideas with color-coded circles or underlined

 dominant themes and link these with lines to show the relations of each.

Topical Organizer

This technique allows the writer to map out their ideas.

Venn Diagram

A technique using overlapping circles to show similar and contrasting characteristics of concepts.

What is a Topic Outline?

A process of writing down specific topics using phrases only, to organize ideas and stay on topic.

Topic Sentence

A sentence that expresses the main idea of the paragraph in which it occurs.

Pattern in writing development: Narration

Tells a story, relating incidents or events that lead to a conclusion.

What is Description in writing?

Gives information about a person, object, place, or situation, appealing to the reader's senses.

Purpose of Definition in writing

To explain a concept, term, or subject.

Exemplification

A writing technique that involves providing specific examples to clarify or support a point.

Classification in writing

Organizes ideas into categories or divisions based on criteria and standards.

Compare and Contrast

Organizes ideas based on similarities and differences between events, places, people, or concepts.

Cause and Effect pattern

Organizes details based on causes, reasons, and results of a phenomenon.

Problem and Solution pattern

Involves presenting a problem and discussing some facts or solutions.