Word Doctor
Although Marcus was extremely tired after practice, he eagerly completed his science project before dinner. Which part of speech is "eagerly"?
Adverb -modifies the verb completed
What does plagiarism mean?
Not giving credit where credit is due.
"The wind whispered through the trees" is an example of what type of figurative language? Why?
Personification - gives human-like qualities to the wind
Fix this run-on sentence: "I love pizza it is my favorite food."
I love pizza; it is my favorite food.
or
I love pizza, and it is my favorite food.
What is it called when an article only illustrates one side of a story or opinion?
bias
A story begins in first person and switches to third person. What is this called?
Shift in POV
Replace “very mad” with stronger word choice. .
“Furious,” “enraged,” “livid”
What do you need to have to avoid plagiarism if you are directly quoting something?
an in-text citation
Analyze the phrase: "The classroom was a battlefield during the debate." Which type of figurative language is being used?
metaphor
Identify the error:
"Every student must bring there own pencil to the test."
Change there to their.
When an author acknowledges the "other side" of an argument, they are addressing a ______.
counterclaim
Why might an author shift perspective from one character to another in the middle of a chapter?
to reveal information and build suspense
After studying for hours, Elena felt confident that she would excel on the challenging exam. What is the synonym for excel as it is used in the sentence?
succeed
In argumentative writing, what clearly states the author's position on a topic?
thesis statement or claim statement
This type of figurative language is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.
hyperbole
What is the difference between explicit and implicit information?
Explicit = directly stated; Implicit = implied
What is it called when you are checking and correcting your essay mechanics, such as capitalization, punctuation, and spelling.
Editing
What is a counterclaim?
the opposing viewpoint
Using your knowledge of affixes, what does the word "interstellar" mean?
between the stars
Which type of writing requires that you present a topic through facts, details, and examples?
informative writing
If a poem used dark imagery and words like "shadow" and "cold," what is likely the mood?
gloomy, scary, or somber
Identify the error in the following sentence: "While Maria studied for the test, she suddenly forgets that the exam was on Friday."
forgets should be forgot
Your school is considering extending lunch from 30 to 45 minutes. What information do you need to help persuade the principal?
logical reasons, examples, clear claim, thesis
DOUBLE JEOPARDY: How does Shakespeare use the relationship between Romeo and Juliet to show that intense emotions can both inspire individuals and lead them toward destruction?
Their love gives them the courage to defy their families through the secrecy of their marriage, and this decision also led towards impulsive choices such as duels, revenge, and a risky plan.
“The teacher’s tone was benevolent toward her students.” Knowing “bene” means good, what does “benevolent” most likely mean?
Kind, caring
Introduction, body, paragraphs, counterclaim, and conclusion are all parts of what type of essay?
Argumentative essay
What is the connotation of the word "cheap" compared to the word "thrifty"?
cheap: negative / insulting
thrift: positive / complimenting
What structure is MOST LIKELY used if a passage includes words like “because,” “since,” and “as a result”?
What do you need to have a strong and valid argument?
claim, relevant evidence, counterclaim
How can a reader identify a shift in perspective using text evidence?
By noticing changes in: