A short, often funny, story about a specific incident that is used by an author to demonstrate a particular point or support an idea is called a(n) `____`.

Flashcard 9 - High School English I: Writing Flashcard Set for the STAAR test

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anecdote

Explanation:

Anecdotes are used by authors to connect with their readers or to help their readers connect more easily with the topic at hand. Anecdotes add personal experience or knowledge and can make the author more credible to the reader.

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