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Reproducible Fry Graphs.

Fry Graph

So I’ve yet to find an easily reproducible Fry Graph which looks pleasant while still being functional. As such, I’ve made one, which we’ve been using internally for some time now with no problems. I thought I’d remove our logo from it and share it with the world…

Colour Fry Graph PDF
Greyscale Fry Graph PDF

Hope you enjoy.

6 Comments on “Reproducible Fry Graphs.”

  1. #1 Mary Bowman-Kruhm
    on Sep 24th, 2006 at 18:11

    What does the sweeping curved line that dissects the graph mean?

  2. #2 Justen
    on Sep 24th, 2006 at 18:18

    It divides the graph in two. Content that falls northeast of the line indicates content that leans toward “long words.” Content that falls southwest leans toward “long sentences.” The closer your plot falls to the middle line, itself, the more balanced your content likely is.

  3. #3 Vanilla
    on Mar 3rd, 2007 at 03:28

    Wow - what a beautifully rendered Fry graph. I came across it while googling for a graph that I can show my bureaucrat students when I attempt to teach them to write in something approximating the English language. Thanks so much for making this cute little graph free and accessible.

    My only question is this - doesn’t the graph go up to 17?

  4. #4 Reshma
    on May 24th, 2007 at 09:54

    you just saved my behind from a tedious search…thanks!

  5. #5 me
    on Jan 9th, 2008 at 16:13

    the graph actually goes up to 19 so your grade levels are off. otherwise a nice design.

  6. #6 Justen Deal
    on Jan 10th, 2008 at 02:25

    Regarding “Grade 19.” The copy of the graph above is an accurate reproduction of a subset of the graph. It is possible for more difficult reading material to place further to the right of the graph, but it is usually outside the scope of most material being evaluated with the Fry Graph, and, as such, wasn’t included in this reproduction.

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