Persuasive Appeals
Context Clues
Author's Purpose
Text Organization
Critical Vocabulary
100

As Patrick Mahomes of The Kansas City Chiefs threw the winning touchdown pass, the neighborhood kids were jumping up and down in excitement.  Jeff slowly went to his room and quickly ordered a Mahomes jersey to wear to school on Monday, so that he would fit in.

What is bandwagoning?

100

perturbed: Tonya was relaxing with a magazine when her father walked in, looking perturbed and sounding annoyed, too. 

What is annoyed or disturbed?

100

A play about a family trying to stick together during their tour in the circus. 

WHAT is entertain?

100
During World War II, the war effort required a lot of copper to make shell casings and munitions. However, the penny which is typically made of copper still needed to be made. In 1943 the penny was made out of zinc-plated steel to save copper for the war effort which is why most 1943 pennies are silver colored.


What is problem and solution?

100

The author's statement or opinion to the reader about their topic.

What is central idea/claim?

200

Brenda reached for the box of tissue. She blew her nose with a thunderous force and then tried breathing through it again. It was still clogged. As she watched tv, she realized that she needed to buy Nyquil Cold and Flu Medicine, as the doctor recommended.

What is testimonial?

200

avid:  Jack was an avid baseball card collector. He saved all of his money up until he could purchase new cards. He kept them in a safe and sure place. 

What is enthusiastic or eager?

200

An article telling Michael Jordan's journey in becoming the GOAT (Greatest basketball player of all time).

What is EXPLAIN?

200

Halloween is believed to have come from an ancient Celtic festival dating back some 2,000 years. November 1st was the Celtic New Year and marked the end of summer to the Celts, so they celebrated on its eve by wearing costumes made of animal skins and dancing around bonfires. Over the next two millennia, this primitive celebration grew to be candy fueled costume ball that we know today.

What is chronological?

200

To show the similarities and differences between the two topics.

What is comparing/contrasting?

300

"Shh…" Dale whispered to his friend Jim. Jim stopped talking mid-sentence and looked at Dale. Dale was staring at the men riding up on horseback when he said, "They have to be from Texas."

What is stereotyping?

300

marveled: “I marveled at the delicate hands of the craftsman who had devised such tiny apertures for their protection.”

What is admired or amazed?

300

An article where the author argues that an iPhone is better than an Android phone

What is persuade?

300

Yellowstone National Park is mainly located in Wyoming, although three percent is located in the state of Montana. The Continental Divide of North America runs diagonally through the southwestern part of the park. There are 290 waterfalls that are at least fifteen feet in the park, the highest being the Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River, which falls 308 feet.  

Another national park that offers waterfalls is The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. You can see over 100 waterfalls, go boating on Fontana Lake and hike the Appalachian Trail. It's also an excellent vantage point to see the leaves change in the fall. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is not just home to a diverse ecosystem of flora and fauna, it’s also home to a rich history of Appalachian culture, some of which can be explored at The Mountain Farm Museum at Oconaluftee Valley.

What is compare/contrast?

300

The steps in a recipe for making a homemade brownie

What is chronological?

400

Troy's mom watched intently as the ad for adopting pets commercial was playing.  She immediately asked Troy to get dressed, because they were heading to The Williamson County Animal Shelter to adopt a dog.

What is appeal to pity, fear, vanity?

400

fragile: “Of course he would do the same thing for this house, which was even more fragile.”

What is delicate or easily broken?

400

Commercial advertising how Spectrum is a better internet provider than AT&T.

What is persuade?

400

There are many types of animals that contain lethal venom in the animal kingdom. The platypus is one of a few venomous mammals. If a person gets bitten by a male, their venom cocktail in their ankle spurs will incapacitate victims with excruciating pain. The Texas Rattlesnake is also very venomous.  Their rattle is a warning that the rattlesnake is preparing to strike.  If you hear a rattle, it is advised that you stand still so you won't get bitten.

What is cause and effect?

400

Main idea sentence with 3-4 supporting detail sentences from the text

What is a nonfiction summary?

500

What are the persuasive appeals in the correct order?

1. Hand sanitizer that kills 99.99% of germs

2. A commercial showing sick children at a hospital for donations

3. LeBron James advertising Sprite Cranberry

What is logos, pathos, and ethos?

500

intricate:  LEGO creates building sets for children of all ages. These sets contain intricate parts that are more detailed and challenging to put together. 

What is detailed or challenging?

500

An instructional booklet describing how to operate your new PS5.

WHat is inform?

500

Good brakes are a necessary safety feature when driving a car. When a driver pushes on the brake pedal, it initiates a process that causes the vehicle to stop in motion. You literally trust automotive braking systems with your life every time you get into a vehicle or cross at a busy intersection When the pedal is pushed, brake fluid is released into the area where the braking mechanisms are. If the braking system is functioning properly, this friction will create a force that will cause the wheels to stop and allow you to reach your destination safely.

What is proposition/support?

500

When an opinion is proposed followed by facts or information to back up the claim

What is proposition/support?

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