Do
you know what is good writing?
Actually
we have to know the definition of good writing so we can manage our writing.
Guys,
what is good writing?
Anyway,
different cultures using different languages may come up with very different
answers to the question. Indeed, even different individuals may have different
standards, tastes or expectations. However, as far as English is concerned, a
set of basic characteristics, which is believed to be present in all good
writing, has been promoted by educators in English-speaking countries:
1. Unity----all parts or elements of
the writing constituting an organic and harmonious whole
- Coherence----all parts or elements well connected to show clear logical (causal, contrastive, hierarchical, parallel, etc.) relations
- Emphasis---special and significant stress given to important ideas by means of position, repetition, or other indication
- Development----adequate elaboration and sufficient expansion
- Clarity----precise, concise, and lucid in style
- While these good old values are still relevant, today’s discussion of good writing focuses on a different set of concepts.
- Good writing involves thoughtful revision.
- Good writing achieves a clear purpose.
- Good writing expresses ideas clearly.
