Learning to Read Like a Writer. In-class 1 Kelley Murray

1. Reading like a writer calls for one to pay more attention to the author and his/her choices in the development of the text rather than focusing on the information given in the text. This style differs the way I read in other classes because I am looking at the creation of the text and analyzing it rather than what is discussed.

2. I choose to connect with my readers through my use of diction, tone, and voice. I think that choosing an audience is as important as choosing a topic. Although I do not like to "exclude" potential readers, I think that the best way to connect with a reader is through targeting the appropriate audience for the topic.

3. The author of “Reading Like a Writer” effectively employed the use of the rhetorical devices. I like to use ethos, logos, and pathos in my writings, too. Depending on the context of my writing, I focus on using emotional, logical, and/or credible appeals to better connect with my audience.

4. In order to gain a better understanding of a text, it is very beneficial to understand the context surrounding it. Questioning the author’s purpose and identifying the writing’s intended audience can be helpful in the comprehension of a text. Looking at the text’s genre and background information are also ways of learning about the context before actually reading the text.