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aCTIVITy 4.4
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Humorous anecdotes
my Notes
Writing and Presenting Your Own Anecdote
12. Use the TWIST graphic organizer below to plan your own anecdote.
Subject of Humorous Memory:
People/Places/Events:
Tone:
What is your attitude about the topic? How will you convey that attitude?
Word Choice:
What specific diction can you use for effect?
Imagery:
What specific descriptive and figurative language can you use for effect?
Style:
How can you use language (diction and syntax) to create humor? What is the intended response you hope to achieve?
Theme:
What idea about life are you trying to convey through humor?
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