Writing for impact: transactional (Edexcel GCSE English Language): Flashcards
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Transactional writing definition
Transactional writing definition
Writing that informs, explains, or presents arguments
Key to effective transactional writing
Key to effective transactional writing
Adapting style to match purpose and audience
Strong arguments rely on
Strong arguments rely on
Intensity and clarity of key points
Benefit of addressing counter-arguments
Benefit of addressing counter-arguments
Makes position appear thoughtful and credible
Paragraph structure rule
Paragraph structure rule
Each paragraph focuses on one main idea
Purpose of topic sentences
Purpose of topic sentences
Tell reader the main focus of the paragraph
Effective organization for info writing
Effective organization for info writing
Chronological organization
Role of evidence in claims
Role of evidence in claims
Transforms opinions into convincing arguments
Effect of facts & statistics
Effect of facts & statistics
Add significant authority and credible support
Function of rhetorical questions
Function of rhetorical questions
Engage reader by making them think actively
Pattern of three effect
Pattern of three effect
Creates natural, convincing rhythm
Purpose of emotive language
Purpose of emotive language
Appeals to feelings, creates stronger reactions
Direct address effect
Direct address effect
Makes writing feel personal and immediate
Purpose of repetition
Purpose of repetition
Reinforces key ideas, makes them memorable
Hyperbole function
Hyperbole function
Emphasizes importance/urgency via exaggeration