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Qualities of Effective Writing as Described by ENG105 classes
January 30, 2008 | | Leave a Comment
Here is a compilation of both sections’ (ENG105-01 and ENG105-18) responses to the question of what makes a piece of writing effective. These elements describe the strengths of two personal narratives contained in the Strose Prose anthology of ENG105 essays. They are the strengths and qualities I will be looking for in your own drafts of your first essay/personal narrative.
Feel free to let me know if I’ve missed any.
QUALITIES OF EFFECTIVE WRITING
–attention to length – staying concise while still making your point clear
–attention to how the writer situates him/herself
–strong imagery
–use of realistic dialogue
–relatable to the reader
–personal
–character development
–draw readers in with specific details, making them a part of your story
–movement, change occurs (plot — rising and falling action)
–self-reflection
–expression of coming of age, growth takes place
–creative title
–careful use of details that appeal to and/or evoke emotion
–in-depth descriptions
–attending to both the positive and negative aspects of the story and/or central idea (thesis)
–juxtaposition
–has a life lesson
–including backstory
–use of humor (if relevant or appropriate)
–strong grammar/mechanics makes the piece readable (or easy to read)
–has a sense of immediacy
–has a flow
–a clear thesis (that appears at both the beginning and the end)
–challenges the reader
