Trait Definitions
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What is a trait?
A trait is a quality or characteristic. For instance, traits of good ice skating might be:
  • grace
  • balance
  • rhythm
  • technical skill
  • athletic skill
  • speed
What is a trait in writing?
A trait in writing is a quality or characteristic that all "good" writing shares.  There are six traits in writing. They are: