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GLA Writing Skills and Composition Flashcards

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  1. What is the primary purpose of transition words and phrases in GLA writing?

    Answer: To signal relationships between ideas and guide readers smoothly from one point to the next

    Transitions like 'furthermore,' 'however,' and 'as a result' show how ideas are logically connected, improving the flow and coherence of an essay.

  2. How does a writer establish credibility in a GLA argumentative response?

    Answer: By citing specific textual evidence, using accurate information, and reasoning logically

    Credibility in argumentative writing comes from grounding claims in accurate evidence, logical reasoning, and acknowledging the complexity of the issue.

  3. What does 'audience awareness' mean in the context of GLA writing tasks?

    Answer: Adjusting tone, vocabulary, and content to suit the intended reader

    Audience awareness means recognizing who will read the writing and making deliberate choices about language, tone, and content to communicate effectively with that reader.

  4. Which revision strategy most effectively improves the clarity of written arguments in GLA essays?

    Answer: Re-reading to check that each claim is clearly stated and directly supported by evidence

    Effective revision focuses on ensuring every claim is precise, every piece of evidence is relevant, and the logical connections between ideas are explicit.

  5. What is the key difference between editing and revising in the GLA writing process?

    Answer: Revising focuses on ideas, structure, and argument; editing focuses on grammar, spelling, and mechanics

    Revision addresses higher-order concerns like argument strength and organization, while editing corrects surface-level errors in grammar and punctuation.

  6. How should students properly integrate source material in GLA written responses?

    Answer: Use direct quotes or paraphrases with an attribution phrase indicating where the evidence comes from

    Proper source integration involves attributing borrowed ideas or words to the original text using phrases like 'According to the passage…' or 'The author states…'

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