inferenceDefinition:

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Why is it used?

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A logical assumption based on what a person reads plus that person’s own knowledge.

Infer

Reading is much more interesting when the reader is not directly told everything.

inference Examples from Literature:

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genreDefinition:

Main Types

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The categories that literature is divided into.

FICTION(aka Fake)

NON FICTION(aka not fake)

POETRY DRAMA

-short stories-novels

-articles-essays-letters-speeches-biographies-autobiographies-reviews

-free verse-lyrics-ballads-odes-haikus-limericks

-stage plays-radio plays-movies-TV programs

Roses are redViolets are blue…

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purposeDefinition:

Main Types

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The goal that a writer has for his/her reader.

Inform/Explain Persuade Entertain Express Thoughts/Feelings

--usually non fiction

-usually non fiction

-usually fiction, poetry, & drama (even if it is sad or scary)

-fiction & non fiction

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