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³Reading Like a Writer´ is similar to reading for other classes because the assigned
readings in other classes require the reader to look deep into the text and interpret the author¶s
message the way he/she intended on it being read. While reading novels for one of my classes,
we are looking beyond just the story itself. The author intentionally makes every sentence have
some sort of larger meaning (e.g., ³Petrusha walked across the street and continuously glanced
back at a dark figure«´ would have a much greater meaning than him just being afraid, that
figure may represent the character himself and how he¶s changed). You need to read closely and
continuously ask questions and highlight key points to receive the full meaning from the text. It
is different for some classes, however, because in some classes you aren¶t required to read as
closely. Classes like math and language require reading that is straightforward and tells you
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As a writer I love using analogies to help make my points clearer for the audience and can also
be used for persuasive purposes. I try to use a variety of vocabulary so that anyone can
understand what I write (it¶s not ³dumb´ English but it¶s also not the most advanced vocabulary).
When possible I also like to add in humor because it always lightens the mood of a particular
topic and/or makes it more enjoyable.

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I would like to try and open an essay of some sort with an interesting story that hooks readers
and makes them question themselves as to how this story is relevant, ultimately tying everything
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I plan on using it if I decide to write my first essay on the role hardcore/punk/´screamo´ music
has played on society and if it has helped or harmed society more. Potentially opening with an
experience of my own with this music (i.e., a concert I went to).
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You can learn about the context of a text by reading other texts from the author or reading other
articles similar to the one that you are reading. You can also get an idea based off of the title
(does the title provide a serious tone or add humor? Which side does the title seem to side
with«etc.). You can also look at the history of the author if it¶s available (where he/she grew
up, etc.).