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Prompts for Expandinguse sensesbreak stereotypes and slogans classify[explore etymology] compare/contrast create metaphors[/analogies] (use recognizable cultural artifacts and historical figures to punch up similes and analogies and to support allusions) list examples list complaints list pros and cons ask questions who? what? when? where? why? how? (particularly why? and how?) [answer implied questions drawn from related and unrelated texts] use alternative viewpoints use humor and fantasy related to humor: exaggerate ever so slightly for comic effect anticipate audience surprise expectation seek paradox view the topic through an "ISM" personalize/depersonalize try on a new mood vary your thinking style (draw, write, talk, etc.) telescope/microscope play devil's advocate predict the future |
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page last updated September 15, 2001
copyright © 2001 Daniel J. Weinstein