Reading and Writing Skills Lecture

These flashcards cover key concepts related to reading and writing skills, including types of discourse, coherence and cohesion, and techniques for effective writing.

What are the main processes involved in reading and writing?

Reading involves decoding (input/reception), while writing involves encoding (input/production).

Define Cohesion in writing.

Cohesion refers to the connection between words and sentences that create formal links in a text.

What is the primary purpose of Expository Discourse?

Expository Discourse is used to explain or inform using facts and objective information.

What distinguishes Descriptive Discourse?

Descriptive Discourse uses sensory details to create a clear mental image of a person, place, thing, or idea.

What is the function of Argumentative Discourse?

Argumentative Discourse presents a claim supported by evidence to persuade an audience.

What are the two levels of discourse mentioned in the notes?

Small 'd' discourse refers to language in use, while Big 'D' Discourse refers to a system of thought.

List the three components of discourse identified in the lecture.

The three components of discourse are context, power, and intertextuality.

What does coherence in a text refer to?

Coherence refers to the logical connection of ideas that make the text easily understandable.

Name the four types of cohesive devices discussed in the notes.

The four types of cohesive devices are reference, conjunctions/transitions, substitutions/ellipsis, and lexical cohesion.

Explain the concept of Unity in writing.

Unity refers to having a single focused idea pertaining to the theme or topic sentence.

What are graphic organizers used for?

Graphic organizers are tools used to visually arrange and organize information, such as Venn diagrams or flow charts.

Describe the importance of language use in writing.

Language use should be specific, concise, familiar, correct, and appropriate for the audience.