Worksheet: English 9 NRI: capitalization basics, avoiding vague language
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Worksheet: English 9 NRI: capitalization basics, avoiding vague language
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Q4 Wk 3 NRI: Capitalization Rules + Avoiding Vague LanguageMs. Wrighthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQ1kUC-ubSY
Vocabulary
- Capitalization — The use of uppercase letters for the first word of a sentence, proper nouns, and the pronoun “I”.
- Vague Language — Words or phrases that are unclear, imprecise, or open to multiple interpretations, making it difficult for the reader to understand the writer’s exact meaning.
- Specific Language — Words or phrases that are focused, precise, and provide clear details, strengthening a thesis statement or argument.
- Pronoun — A word that takes the place of a noun (e.g., “I”, “you”, “he”, “she”, “it”, “everybody”, “no one”, “anything”).
- Adjective — A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun (e.g., “good”, “bad”, “great”, “amazing”, “wonderful”).
Questions
Watch the video carefully and answer the following questions based on the information presented.
1.
According to the “Basic Rules of Capitalization” lesson in the video, what is the primary rule regarding the first word of every sentence?
2.
The narrator emphasizes one pronoun that always needs to be capitalized, without exception. Which pronoun is this, and why does the narrator stress its importance for academic writing?
3.
In the “Identifying Vague Words and Phrases” lesson, the narrator provides an example of a vague noun phrase: “High schools must prepare students for the things they want to do.” How does the video suggest making this statement more specific?
4.
Which of the following indefinite pronouns is identified in the video as being too vague for precise academic writing?
5.
The video discusses how vague language can weaken a thesis statement or argument. Reflect on a recent piece of writing you completed for any class. Identify one instance where you might have used vague language (a vague noun, adjective, pronoun, or the word “this” or “you”) and explain how you would revise it to be more specific and precise, applying the principles from the video.
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