During my writing process, I came across a tolerable amount of obstacles. I felt the tendency to occupy a higher quality word choice, as well as better sentence structure. Sentence structure was especially arduous, for I found a great deal of simple sentences in my narrative introduction. However, I did overcome these obstacles with the help of my peer-checking partner, my classmates around me, and my background knowledge in regards to applying what I already know into my assignments. On the contrary, there were a few things I could facilitate. As I write down or think of proposals to apply to my assignments, it is almost as if the suggestions are pouring from out of my head, onto the paper. I write down what I feel sounds right, and if ultimately…
1. Which of the following would be an appropriate way to add variety to your sentences? A. Use questions and answers together.…
The Wichita Kid from “The Gunfighter” by Alden Nowlan and a young man living on the streets of Calgary both demonstrate that we fear what we do not understand. Citizens need to personally comprehend someones situation before they can help or judge them directly. Homelessness and poverty are often hard situations to face considering how uncomfortable and awkward it can become. When Kevin O’Brien has a short conversation with Wichita he learns that he is unaware of reality and living his delusional life as a famous gunfighter. Confused and not understanding Wichita’s situation, Kevin tries to solve his own guilt by lending the young boy some spare change. Much like Kevin O’Brien when I encountered the young unfortunate man in Calgary my own heart ached, so I tossed him a couple of loonies and left. Although you feel major misery there is rarely anything you can do to support them without getting deeply involved.…
You have earned a passing grade on your retake exam. You will be awarded the higher of your 2 scores. Review the exam results for a better understanding of the entire lesson, then move on to your next assignment.…
I learned that my audience didn’t really know anything about my past. They had no idea what it was like for me to be on bed rest for a few weeks with only books and note pads. I feel like I was really successful in fulfilling my purpose of telling my audience about why I started writing. I told my audience the reason I started writing. I helped them feel exactly what I did once I started writing.…
When you have completed your exam and reviewed your answers, click Submit Exam. Answers will not be recorded until you hit Submit Exam. If you need to exit before completing the exam, click Cancel Exam. Questions 1 to 20: Select the best answer to each question. Note that a question and its answers may be split across a page break, so be sure that you have seen the entire question and all the answers before choosing an answer.…
b. Choose three titles from your list and write them in the chart below. Then list the themes from each work. Remember that the theme of a piece of literature is the main idea, the message, the subject, or the concept that the author is trying to convey by telling the story. Examples of themes include love, hate, the innocence of youth, love of life, courage, struggle, loyalty, survival, and triumph over adversity.…
Objective You demonstrate that you’re able to work through all stages of the writing process to produce persuasive writing. To accomplish this assignment, you apply skills and rules taught in the first five study units. Background Ten years ago, you started working as a clerk for DMD Medical Supplies. Six months ago, Liz Jakowski, the human resources director, promoted you to office manager. You manage two employees: Jack Snyder and Ruth Disselkoen.…
For the last few years, I have associated frustration and displeasure with writing. When thinking of writing, painful memories of me staying up late working on papers, meeting with teachers for extra help, and dissatisfaction flash into my mind.…
I am truly dedicated to improving my writing skills. Last summer I took an eight-week UC San Diego Extension course that focused on grammar. On June 1, 2016, I participated in a Fred Pryor workshop that focused on grammar and proofreading. I will continue to develop my writing skills every day and I am open to other workshops, seminars, or courses that will help refine my writing. It is important to me as a communicator that I have excellent writing skills.…
Assessment one was used to try and identify some of our writing strengths and weaknesses. One of my main weaknesses way my lack of planning, drafts and editing. Because I started the assessments late I would run out of time, my work was rushed and my writing was not clear and concise. From assessment one I set myself a timetable, began the remaining assignments in advance and allowed numerous drafts and editing. I always finishing my last draft a week prior to submission so that I had a week to re-read, edit, and touch up. I used all resources available such as online grammar websites, online turn it in to check for plagiarism, and friends or family. I think this helped as my tutor’s comments on assignment two said my writing was “of good academic…
A trip to the ocean can be a relaxing escape from the everyday pressures of life. A sailboat glistening on the horizon provides a mental escape to faraway places. The rhythm of the ocean beating against the sand is sedating music to a troubled mind. A slow, gentle breeze can relax your tensions. You should always be careful to avoid overexposure to the sun at the beach.…
Explain why the writing skill is often perceived to be the most difficult language skill to master. To what extent can a genre approach to teaching writing help students master the skill of writing? Illustrate your answer with reference to teaching materials and specific teaching contexts.…
Q1. Write a notice inviting volunteers for a one-day Blood Donation Camp to be organized in your school premises by the Indian Red Cross Society. You are Rahil, Head boy of St. Thomas School.…
When writing a paper for a class I notice myself to have some writing habits that can be both useful and effective. In all my writing I have an experienced a good and a bad memory when writing a paper. In writing, I consider the best memory is when I am confident on the paper that I am writing. I don’t only consider memories during the process but also during the results, like receiving your paper back with a good grade on it. It is great to receive good grades at the end but during the process I have seen some difficulties during my writings especially when I am trying to put into sentences that make sense and is grammatical correct. The reason I think is a difficult thing that I face when writing is that I tried to put all what is in my mind…
