Why do we use skills?

Anecdote- A short story to prove a point Stories allow us to imagine ourselves in a situation. Anecdotes give us insights into a person’s character. Anecdotes teach us by example. Anecdotes offer another way to connect to an idea.

Ethos- A person’s character or experience is used to prove a point. A person’s experience and character can help persuade people. Ethos give us evidence from people that are informed on an issue. It can show a person deserves what they are asking for. It helps show that a claim is supported by experts.

Narrator’s Point of View 1st Person gives us one character’s perspective, but not anyone else’s. We know all of the narrator’s thoughts, but the story is inherently biased with that character’s perspective. We learn what it was like for that character. 3rd Omniscient we find out what everyone is thinking. Can spoil the mystery 3rd Person Limited only know what one character is thinking.

Sensory Imagery Descriptive writing that uses any of the five senses. We experience the world through our senses. Imagery helps us understand what something sounds, feels, looks, tastes, and smells like. Helps the reader imagine what it is like to be there. The small details help create the experience.