Sentence structure word order

Wdrterbuch, n. dictionary glossary. Wort-folge, /. order of words, -fiigung, /. sentence structure, syntax, -fiihrer, m. spokesman, speaker, wortgetreu, a. literal. 

Good organization (see Chapter 2) and sentence structure are an author s primary tools for conveying information in a logical, persuasive manner. When the words in a sentence are placed so that the reader follows easily from one fact or point to the next, then the reader is best able to comprehend the author s intended meaning. Poorly structured or ordered sentences create confusion for readers, who are then unable to understand accurately the author s meaning. 

Looking at sentence structure means looking at the type of sentences the writer has used. Are they short, simple sentences Or are they long and complex, with a lot of clauses and phrases Or does the writer use a mix Does every sentence sound the same, or is there variety in the word order and structure Is the complexity or simplicity of the sentences at the right level for the readers ... 

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