38 pages 1 hour read

John Trimble

Writing with Style: Conversations on the Art of Writing

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 1975

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Essay Topics

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Trimble argues that good writing is the result of good thinking. What’s the connection between the two, and how does he define good thinking?

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Describe the difference between active and passive voice. Can you craft two or three examples of active voice?

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Trimble argues that informal, straightforward language is far superior to stuffy, formal English. Do you agree? Why or why not?

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