1. Diction
Changes in LANGUAGE!

2. Diction!
Style of speaking or writing as dependent upon choice of words
The accent, intonation, and speech-sound quality manifested by an individual speaker, usually judged in terms of prevailing standards of acceptability
BASICALLY, diction is the WAY or STYLE of language you are using!
You use one style with your friends…
A different one with me…
And yet another one with your family!
ETC!

3. Changes in Diction: Formal / Informal
Your BFF
Your boss
Swear words
Improper Grammar
Affectionate/ PDA
Slang words
Unpopular opinions
More open, talk about secrets
Relaxed
Joke around
Rant about job
Restroom
Say “sir”
Always begin with greeting in a /letter (Dear ____, ), not HEY!
No cussing
More respectful
Suck up, compliments
Tense, uptight, standing up straight
Straightforward
Advanced vocabulary
Avoid interjections: like, uh, um, so

4. Types of Diction Can use first person (I, me, myself)
INFORMAL
FORMAL
Can use first person (I, me, myself)
Can use personal anecdotes and experiences
Talk to audience, able to ask questions
Can use simple words
Do not use first person. You are not involved
No personal anecdotes
Don’t talk to the audience
Don’t ask questions
Advanced vocabulary

5. Parts of a Letter Salutation- Dear ____, Closing- Sincerely,
Introduce yourself, if necessary
Body should contain the rationale and reasoning behind what you are writing about
Last paragraph should reiterate your request, as politely and kindly as possible
Closing- Sincerely,
Signature

6. Writing Challenge #1 ¾ of a page EACH!
Informal Letter of Recommendation
Formal Break-Up Letter
An unscrupulous friend of yours has asked you to write a letter of recommendation. Normally, this would call for a formal, professional tone. You are going to write a letter of recommendation alright, but you will use INFORMAL diction, speaking to his/her future employer. Use slang, personal pronouns (me, I, you, we, our), and lots of VOICE!
Write a FORMAL break-up note to your significant other! This means that you should write this letter as if you are writing to your boss, or other respected adult. Be VERY polite, use STRONG word choice (BIG words), and articulate your ideas clearly!

7. Writing Challenge #1H ONE PAGE EACH!
Informal Letter of Recommendation
Formal Break-Up Letter
An unscrupulous friend of yours has asked you to write a letter of recommendation. Normally, this would call for a formal, professional tone. You are going to write a letter of recommendation alright, but you will use INFORMAL diction, speaking to his/her future employer. Use slang, personal pronouns (me, I, you, we, our), and lots of VOICE!
Write a FORMAL break-up note to your significant other! This means that you should write this letter as if you are writing to your boss, or other respected adult. Be VERY polite, use STRONG word choice (BIG words), and articulate your ideas clearly!
Use at least 5 vocabulary words

8. Writing Challenge #1H ONE PAGE EACH!
Informal Letter of Recommendation
Formal Break-Up Letter
An unscrupulous friend of yours has asked you to write a letter of recommendation. Normally, this would call for a formal, professional tone. You are going to write a letter of recommendation alright, but you will use INFORMAL diction, speaking to his/her future employer. Use slang, personal pronouns (me, I, you, we, our), and lots of VOICE!
Write a FORMAL break-up note to your significant other! This means that you should write this letter as if you are writing to your boss, or other respected adult. Be VERY polite, use STRONG word choice (BIG words), and articulate your ideas clearly!
Use at least 5 vocabulary words

9. Writing Challenge #1 ¾ of a page EACH!
Informal Letter of Recommendation
Formal Break-Up Letter
An unscrupulous friend of yours has asked you to write a letter of recommendation. Normally, this would call for a formal, professional tone. You are going to write a letter of recommendation alright, but you will use INFORMAL diction, speaking to his/her future employer. Use slang, personal pronouns (me, I, you, we, our), and lots of VOICE!
Write a FORMAL break-up note to your significant other! This means that you should write this letter as if you are writing to your boss, or other respected adult. Be VERY polite, use STRONG word choice (BIG words), and articulate your ideas clearly!