Argument Vocab
what is a rite
A ceremony or event that leads to a new phase of life
Alliteration is the repetition of an initial consonant sound.
rite
A Catholic baptism, a graduation ceremony, or a wedding
Metaphor
The classroom was a zoo during the substitute's lesson
Even though _____, in order to ____ one must ____.
Even though life is hard, in order to achieve greatness one must preserve through hardships.
what is a right
An abstract idea of that which is due to a person or governmental body by law or tradition or nature
allusion
A brief, indirect reference to a well-known person, place, thing, idea, or event that the author expects the reader to recognize
right
Freedom of speech, the right to vote, or the right to due process
Personification
The wind whispered through the dark trees
In order to ____ one must ____.
Ex - In order to achieve greatness one must persevere through hardships.
what is a Privilege
A benefit given to some people but not others.
HYPERBOLE
Hyperbole is an extravagant statement or the use of exaggerated terms
privlege
Having a driver's license
Foreshadowing
A detective character finding a forgotten, rusted lock earlier in the book, hinting they will be locked in a room later.
Although ____, one should ____.
Ex- Although life is full of hardships, one should persevere.
what is a Audience
Who the speaker intends to hear their speech
METAPHOR
Metaphor is a direct comparison between two unlike things that have something important in common.
audience
The viewers watching a theatrical play
Onomatopoeia
The glass dropped onto the floor with a loud crash
___ is more important than ____.
Ex - It is more important to value family relationships than selfish desires.
what are Beliefs
Beliefs are what we understand to be true based on experience.
ONOMATOPOEIA
Onomatopoeia is the formation or use of words that imitate the sounds associated with the objects or actions they refer to.
belifs
Believing in karma
Simile
He was as brave as a lion when he faced the crowd
While ____, one should ____.
Ex- While honoring family is important, one should always put their needs first.