Postscript

High school (ages 12+)
Thinking & Learning

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the etymological root?Derived from the Latin phrase 'post scriptum', meaning 'written after'
2. What is the rhetorical function?Used for emphasis, personalization, adding crucial information, or creating a final impression
3. What is a postscript (P.S.)?A postscript is a short note added after the main part of a letter or story. It comes from the Latin words meaning "written after." It lets the writer share extra thoughts.
4. Why do people put a P.S. at the end of a letter?People put a P.S. because the end of a letter is a place that readers often look at again. It can add a personal touch, a quick reminder, or something urgent that might be missed in the main text.

Postscript: A statement added to a letter or document after the signature, often containing supplementary or personal remarks.
Latin: An ancient Italic language that forms the basis of Romance languages and has heavily influenced English vocabulary.
Rhetorical Device: A technique used in language to produce a particular effect or persuade an audience.
Afterword: A concluding section of a book or essay, offering commentary, reflection, or additional information.