Project Assignment
Goal
In Chapter 5, you learned about writing style, word choice, and tone. You will demonstrate your understanding of these concepts by describing the same building to two different audiences.
Directions
Part 1
Consider the image in the Materials section. Make note of all the details, and imagine a few scenarios about the house's history.
Part 2
Write an email (you don't have actually send it) to a friend that describes the house and the stories associated with it. Use a casual tone. While correct grammar and punctuation are important, your primary focus should be discussing the house with someone you know personally.
Part 3
Consider the house from the perspective of someone trying to sell it. Instead of the house's history, focus on the property's size and the potential it has as an investment. Write a brief essay from the perspective of a realtor explaining why it's a good purchase.
Materials
Word processing program or paper and writing tool
House image:
The dilapidated, old house has three stories and a single room on the fourth story. The style appears to be somewhat old Victorian with large, arched windows, columns on the front and side porches, and spires on each roof level (of which there are three). The exterior has weathered wood boards, and the roof is noticeably weathered. The entrance is gated with white stone columns, and the stairs up to the house have white stone railings with thick, ornate spindles. The yard is in disrepair with weeds and dead plants all around. There are large pine trees behind it.