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Reading as a Communication Process Reading can be consider as communication process, because the token or the symbols( litters or numbers) is not written, for as we will have to read, but it was wrote to deliver or to share our opinions or our emotions to whom who will read. Because of this, the writer or the discourse has a direct communication to reader through text he/she has been written. As we comprehend what has been written, we can emphasize what authors aim. So, we will have our reaction. Therefore, the reader and the writer has a communication to each other. That's why it called as a communication process. Language - is a code system used by humans to communicate. In language, there are certain characteristics that can evoke effective and positive reactions on man.
ACTIVITY 1
Characteristics of a Language that are conducive to man's reading recognition and appreciation.
1. Clarity - The reader can more easily and immediately understand language when the code symbols are concrete rather than abstractions and generalizations.
Example : * Many students attended the student council meeting. * Ninety-five college students attended Tuesday's student council meeting.

2. Simplicity - Complex wording written for the sake of verbal erudition is less easily understood, compared with what is expressed directly and to the point.

Example : Compare these sentences. Shall we partake of our repast? | Shall we eat? | Mother's culinary dishes are exquisite. | Mother cooks well. |

3. Adapted Language - words of expression, should relate to the reader's age, educational attainment, gender, ethnic origin, other personal factors. The inappropriate use of technical or specialized words should also be avoided. These are instances for example: * When preachers caused a stir talking about sexuality to a group of women. * Luzon

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