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Writing Stylistic Features Workshop

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Writing Stylistic Features Workshop

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📚 Part 1: Identifying Stylistic Features

1. Which of these is a key stylistic feature of creative writing?

Formal vocabulary and linking words

Sensory details and dialogue

Topic sentences and paragraphs

Statistical evidence and citations

2. What should you avoid in creative writing to meet NCEA Level 1 standards?

Using dialogue

Heavy plot retelling

Descriptive language

Character development

3. Which features are essential for formal writing? (Check all that apply)

Clear structure with paragraphs

Consistent formal tone

Figurative language

Linking words and phrases

4. Complete this sentence: Instead of retelling plot, creative writing should focus on _____________ and _____________.

Answer: _________________ and _________________

✏️ Part 2: Planning Your Writing

5. Choose either creative or formal writing for this section. Circle your choice:

CREATIVE WRITING      FORMAL WRITING

6. If you chose creative writing, plan your main elements below:

Main event/situation (without retelling full plot):

Key character details (show, don't tell):

Stylistic features you will use (dialogue, sensory details, etc.):

7. If you chose formal writing, plan your structure below:

Purpose and audience:

Main points (in logical order):

Formal conventions you will use:

🔍 Part 3: Proofreading and Editing

8. Write a focused paragraph using your planning from Part 2:
9. Use this checklist to edit your paragraph above. Tick each box when complete:

Check sentence variety and structure

Ensure consistent tone throughout

Remove any unnecessary plot summary

Check spelling, punctuation and grammar

10. Reflection: Name one stylistic feature you used well and one area to improve:

Used well: _________________________________

To improve: _________________________________

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