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Elements of Nonfiction

Write the definition of the words in the space provided.

1.  argument or persuasive writing

2.  cause-effect

3.  chronological order

4.  classification and definition

5. comparison and contrast

6.  connotation

    denotation

7.  editorial

8.  fact

    opinion

9.  interview

10.  lead

11.  main idea

12.  problem / solution

13.  propaganda techniques

14.  topic sentence

       supporting details

15.  viewpoint