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Match each term with its definition:

Diction

Transitions

Unity

Usage

Syntax

A.Staying on topic in an essay or paragraph

B.Words that connect ideas and paragraphs

C.Correctness of phrases and clauses

D.The order of words in a sentence

E.Word choices made for tone or clarity

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Diction- Word choices made for tone and clarity (E)

  • Diction is a writer's unique style of writing, especially his word choice or order

Transitions- Words that connect ideas and paragraphs (B)

  • Some examples of transitions include and, in addition, next, last, etc...

Unity- Staying on topic in an essay or paragraph (A)

  • Your ideas should be united, or on the same topic, to make sure your essay flows well. It wouldn't make sense if you jumped around from topic to topic.

Usage- Correctness of phrases and clauses (C)

  • You need to make sure that you use correct phrases and clauses for your writing to make sense.

Syntax- The order of words in a sentence (D)

  • There are three types of sentences: simple, compound, and complex.
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