TRAPPERS

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Writing non fiction

Examiners want to see a wide range of
writing and a rich and imaginative
vocabulary.
They want to see a range of punctuation
appropriate and inventive.

Analysing Unseen non

fiction
Use TRAPPERS in reverse. If you can spot
key features, you can discuss them.
Remember to concentrate on the effect on
the reader of any devise you choose to write
about. (Think: why would you have used it
in the same piece of writing?)

T
Triplets
Groups of 3 linked words or phrases used for effect.
Extension: ANAPHORA
Arhetorical termfor therepetition of a word or
phrase at the beginning of successiveclauses.
By building toward aclimax, anaphora can create a
strong emotional effect.

R
Rhetorical Questions
Dont over do it, but particularly useful in
persuasive speeches.

A
Adjectives and Adverbs carefully chosen for
maximum effect.
Try to avoid weak writing eliminate very
from your vocabulary and use the
appropriate word
very big becomes enormous

P
Polls and Statistics
Not in all writing but vital in more formal
analytical types such as reports. Inform and
Explain but probably not Describe!

P
Personal anecdotes or reflection
Either your own or those of other people
conveyed by direct speech quotation.
YIPPEE! Plenty of variety in the writing and
punctuation.

E
Emotive Language
In formal analysis explain in a report for
example, this might come in the form of
quotation. In Description or narrative it is a
vital part of the interest.
Persuasion demands Emotive language.

R
Repetition
Of key words or phrases to create effect.
If in doubt, look at Martin Luther King!

S
Sentence construction: showing a range of
long or short sentences for effect.
You might find direct speech the most
effective place to work this into your writing.