Question

In this discussion, you will demonstrate your understanding of syntax in writing. you will explain your understanding of its effect in writing and how you might use it in your own writing.

let's read khianna's post.

syntax means "the way you use words in sentences." one example is when jean says, "part of me wanted to laugh at the thought of lin nai-nai maybe meeting dr. carhart, our minister, whose face would surely puff up, the way it always did when he was flustered." this wording reflects the humor in jean's thinking. syntax can affect meaning by giving the words used an added edge. i can use syntax by being much more careful about how i construct sentences.

create one post for the following prompt:

in this lesson, you learned about syntax. define syntax in your own words, and give an example from the reading. explain how syntax can affect meaning. as a writer, how can you use syntax to make your writing more effective?

create two posts in response to the prompt:

after you complete your post, read the posts of your classmates. respond to at least two with your thoughts, ideas, and concerns.

revise your post:

finally, read the responses you have received, and think critically about your classmates' ideas and how they compare to your own. use this feedback to revise your original post.

​use the discussion rubric to find out how you will be graded.

Answer 1

For me, syntax is knowing how to use words and phrases well to create well-formed and meaningful sentences.

An example of the reading could be:

"Is there something wrong with your voice today, Jean?" she asked.

"No, Miss Williams."

"You weren't singing."

"No, Miss Williams. It is not my national anthem."

The syntax can change the meaning of the texts or the emotions within them. If in this reading certain words were changed the meaning of the reading would change and also with certain words the reader would have more emotion reading the text.

As a writer, I would use syntax so that my writings have more meaning or emotion, using the correct words in a text makes the impact different.

Answer 2

Syntax affects writing since it allows you to write/speak with more clarity as you form your sentences. Some words flow better than others, so modifying syntax will help you get your point across to the reader in a more simple way. It will especially help you get points across with an established tone. This could be by using better wording or moving words around so that it's easier to read and understand.

Step-by-step explanation:

Hopefully this will help