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1 Modes of Writing & Six Traits
Traits of Writing Modes of Writing & Six Traits

2 Modes of Writing Narrative Writing Expository Writing
Purpose – to tell a story Expository Writing Purpose – to inform or explain Persuasive Writing Purpose – to construct an argument

3 Narrative Writing Purpose – to tell a story
The narrative writer typically Offers a clear, well-developed story line Includes characters that grow and change over time Conveys time and setting effectively Presents a conflict and resolution Surprises, challenges, and/or entertains the reader

4 Expository Writing Purpose – to inform or explain
The expository writer typically Informs the reader about the topic Goes beyond the obvious by explaining something interesting or curious about the topic Focuses on making the topic clear for the reader Anticipates and answers the reader’s questions Includes details that add information, support key ideas, and help the reader make personal connections

5 Persuasive Writing Purpose – to construct an argument
The persuasive writer typically States a position clearly and sticks with it Offers good, sound reasoning Provides solid facts, opinions, and examples Reveals weaknesses in other positions Uses voice to add credibility and show confidence

6 Six Writing Traits Ideas – the piece’s content
Organization – the internal structure of the piece Voice – the tone and tenor of the piece Word Choice – the vocabulary of the piece Sentence Fluency – the way words and phrases flow through the piece Conventions – the mechanical correctness of the piece

7 Ideas The piece’s content – its central message and details that support that message Finding a Topic Focusing the Topic Developing the Topic Using Details

8 Organization The internal structure of the piece – the thread of logic, the pattern of meaning Creating the Lead Using Sequence Words and Transition Words Structuring the Body Ending with a Sense of Resolution

9 Voice The tone and tenor of the piece – the personal stamp of the writer, which is achieved through a strong understanding of purpose and audience Establishing a Tone Conveying the Purpose Creating a Connection to the Audience Taking Risks to Create Voice

10 Word Choice The vocabulary the writer uses to convey meaning and enlighten the reader Applying Strong Verbs Selecting Striking Words and Phrases Using Specific and Accurate Words Choosing Words the Deepen Meaning

11 Sentence Fluency The way words and phrases flow through the piece – it’s the way a piece sounds as well as the way it looks Crafting Well-Built Sentences Varying Sentence Types Capturing Smooth and Rhythmic Flow Breaking the “Rules” to Create Fluency

12 Conventions The mechanical correctness of the piece – correct use of conventions guides the reader through the text and makes it easy to follow Checking Spelling Punctuating Effectively and Paragraphing Accurately Capitalizing Correctly Applying Grammar and Usage


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