WGU D668 Sections 3 - 5 Vocabulary
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1. mental lexicon: a storehouse of words with a deep understanding of (including definition, role, pronuncia-
tion) housed in the language section of the brain.
2. grammar and language mechanics: grammar and language mechanics are like the rules of the
road for writing. They show us how to use punctuation, spelling, and word order correctly, making sure our writing is
easy to understand and looks neat.
3. text analysis and interpretation: using the words and sentences in a text to understand what a piece
of writing is about
4. written expression: the ability to translate thoughts and feelings into writing
5. discourse: verbal or written communication that involves the exchange of ideas, information, and meaning
within a specific context or social setting.
6. active listening: paying close attention to what someone is saying and showing them through questions and
body language
7. paraphrase: rewording what someone says in your own words to show understanding
8. cultural intelligence: the ability to understand, appreciate, and effectively navigate different cultural
contexts and interactions, demonstrating respect and adaptability
9. genre: a category of literature like fiction, non-fiction, or poetry. These types all have the same characteristics.
10. protagonist: the leading character in a fictional text
11. antagonist: the character who causes conflict with the protagonist.
12. text features: elements such as headings, bullet points, captions, and diagrams that help organize and
highlight important information in a text, aiding in comprehension and navigation
13. metaphors: a type of figurative language that directly compares two different things by stating that one is the
other
14. symbolism: use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities
15. prose: poetry written in the way most people write and speak every day
16. simile: a type of figurative language that uses 'like' or 'as' to compare
17. onomatopoeia: phonetically imitates or suggests the sound it describes
18. Writing craft: also known as skilled writing, having a mastery of both transcription skills and composition
skills.
19. conventions: accepted rules and norms that govern how text is written and understood. These include
grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and formatting. conventions help ensure that writing is clear, coherent,
and easily understood by readers.
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Study online at https://quizlet.com/_hw3rw9
1. mental lexicon: a storehouse of words with a deep understanding of (including definition, role, pronuncia-
tion) housed in the language section of the brain.
2. grammar and language mechanics: grammar and language mechanics are like the rules of the
road for writing. They show us how to use punctuation, spelling, and word order correctly, making sure our writing is
easy to understand and looks neat.
3. text analysis and interpretation: using the words and sentences in a text to understand what a piece
of writing is about
4. written expression: the ability to translate thoughts and feelings into writing
5. discourse: verbal or written communication that involves the exchange of ideas, information, and meaning
within a specific context or social setting.
6. active listening: paying close attention to what someone is saying and showing them through questions and
body language
7. paraphrase: rewording what someone says in your own words to show understanding
8. cultural intelligence: the ability to understand, appreciate, and effectively navigate different cultural
contexts and interactions, demonstrating respect and adaptability
9. genre: a category of literature like fiction, non-fiction, or poetry. These types all have the same characteristics.
10. protagonist: the leading character in a fictional text
11. antagonist: the character who causes conflict with the protagonist.
12. text features: elements such as headings, bullet points, captions, and diagrams that help organize and
highlight important information in a text, aiding in comprehension and navigation
13. metaphors: a type of figurative language that directly compares two different things by stating that one is the
other
14. symbolism: use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities
15. prose: poetry written in the way most people write and speak every day
16. simile: a type of figurative language that uses 'like' or 'as' to compare
17. onomatopoeia: phonetically imitates or suggests the sound it describes
18. Writing craft: also known as skilled writing, having a mastery of both transcription skills and composition
skills.
19. conventions: accepted rules and norms that govern how text is written and understood. These include
grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and formatting. conventions help ensure that writing is clear, coherent,
and easily understood by readers.
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