Argument Vocab
Theme
Author's Purpose
Poetry
Revise / Edit
100
What is the word for the position an author is trying to prove in an argumentative text?
CLAIM / ARGUMENT
100
What are three synonyms for THEME?
Lesson Learned, Moral, Message
100
To find author's purpose, readers can look at the title and which two paragraphs to find the author's purpose?
The introduction (first paragraph) and the conclusion (last paragraph)
100
Fill in the blanks:
TITLE OF POEM: _____________
STANZAS = ____, LINES = ____
TITLE: "The Climb"
Stanzas = 3, Lines = 12
100
Which sentence is written CORRECTLY?
A. Although I want to go to her quinceañera, I am struggling with the pros and cons because that means I will have a chaperone, which is weighing on my mind.
B. Although I want to go to her quinceañera, I am struggling with the pros and cons. Because that means I will have a chaperone, which is weighing on my mind.
C. Although I want to go to her quinceañera. I am struggling with the pros and cons because that means I will have a chaperone, which is weighing on my mind.
"A" is correct.
200
What do we call the reasons and evidence used to support a claim?
SUPPORTING EVIDENCE / REASONS
200
What is the difference between THEME and MAIN IDEA?
Theme =
Main Idea =
Theme = lesson, moral, message readers learn from a story
Main Idea = what the text is mostly or mainly about
200
Verbs for Author's Purpose are: persuade, inform, entertain, describe
Your STAAR answer choices will ask you about author's purpose in this format:
Author's Purpose = VERB + ____________
WORD BANK:
theme, prologue, main idea, text feature
Author's Purpose = VERB + Main Idea
EXAMPLE: AP=Verb + Main Idea (about what)
AP = (verb) INFORM readers that the European Union has a list of banned chemicals in food products. (main idea)
200
Which word best describes the overall tone of the poem?
A. Bitter
B. Hopeful
C. Humorous
D. Fearful
TONE: HOPEFUL
200
Label the following answer choices with their error:
F(fragment), RO(run-on), CS(comma splice). If it is correct, put a check mark✅.
1 = ____ 2 = _____ 3 = ____ 4 = ____
1. YouTuber Logan Paul made headlines in 2021 when he paid a record $5.275 million for a Pikachu Illustrator card this year, his card sold for over $16 million, making it the most expensive Pokémon card sold at auction.
2. YouTuber Logan Paul made headlines in 2021. When he paid a record $5.275 million for a Pikachu Illustrator card. This year, his card sold for over $16 million, making it the most expensive Pokémon card sold at auction.
3. YouTuber Logan Paul made headlines in 2021 when he paid a record $5.275 million for a Pikachu Illustrator card, this year, his card sold for over $16 million, making it the most expensive Pokémon card sold at auction.
4. YouTuber Logan Paul made headlines in 2021 when he paid a record $5.275 million for a Pikachu Illustrator card; this year, his card sold for over $16 million, making it the most expensive Pokémon card sold at auction.
1= run-on, 2= fragment, 3= comma splice, 4 = ✅
300
A counterargument is what the OTHER side of an argument believes. Why would the writer include it?
ADDRESSES the opposing side of the argument STRENGTHENS your argument because you can provide a REBUTTAL that proves them wrong.
300
What is the theme for this passage?
Advanced: Courage means facing fears despite uncertainty.
Simple: Still try even if you are scared.
300
Why might an author include personal anecdotes (stories/memories) in a persuasive text?
A. to connect emotionally with readers to strengthen the argument
B. to provide evidence and proof for their claim
C. to show the number of people who have had similar experiences
Why might an author include personal anecdotes (stories) in a persuasive text?
ANSWER:
A. to connect emotionally with readers to strengthen the argument
300
Which line from the poem BEST shows that the speaker is feeling discouraged?
A. “The summit hidden by the sky”
B. “Each stone beneath my trembling feet”
C. “Reminds me how far I have to go”
D. “They show how much we choose to stay”
"C" is correct.
300
Which sentence is extraneous and needs to be removed?
Answer: Sentence 2 - OFF TOPIC
400
What is the author's claim in this paragraph?
Author is PRO / FOR scuba diving because it is a thrilling and worthwhile activity.
400
What THEME does the poet convey?
Advanced: Perseverance through struggle builds strength.
Simple: Don't give up when times are tough / hard / difficult.
400
How do the text features help achieve the author's purpose?
A. They show why Wemby is the best player in the NBA right now.
B. They entertain readers with humorous images and facts about a basketball star.
C. They capture the reader's attention and give quick facts about a basketball player.
C. They capture the reader's attention and give quick facts about a basketball player.
400
The mountain in the poem most likely symbolizes—
A. nature’s beauty
B. physical exercise
C. dangerous weather conditions
D. life’s challenges and obstacles
The mountain in the poem most likely symbolizes—
D. life’s challenges and obstacles
400
On your whiteboard, use ROCK to Label:
A=__, B=__, C=__, D=__
Which sentence can best follow and support sentence 6?
A. The light is called "firefall" because it doesn't look like a waterfall; it looks like fire coming down a wall.
B. This rare sight happens during late winter.
C. For a firefall to occur, the waterfall must be flowing due to melting snow, the sky must be clear, and the sun must strike the water at just the right angle.
D. Yosemite is also home to a geyser called "Old Faithful" that erupts every 60-90 minutes.
A = repetition, B = repetition, C=✅knowledge, D= off-topic
500
Which sentence states the COUNTERARGUMENT?BONUS extra 100 points = write the CLUE WORDS that helped your team figure it out.
Sentence 4 is the COUNTERARGUMENT
Clue words: ALTHOUGH SOME believe...
500
What is the author's message?
Advanced: Failure is necessary for growth/success comes from persistence.
Simple: Sometimes you fail when you are trying to reach your goal but don't give up and you can make it.
500
What is the author's purpose for including paragraph 2?
A. To provide facts about the number of Netflix users who watched the concert
B. To show that, despite their absence, they were welcomed back into the entertainment industry
C. To prove that BTS is the superior K-Pop group, since many people attended and watched their concert
ANSWER:
B. To show that, despite their absence, they were welcomed back into the entertainment industry
500
What can the reader infer about the speaker based on the poem?
A. The speaker often gives up when things become difficult.
B. The speaker believes success comes easily.
C. The speaker values perseverance during challenges.
D. The speaker prefers working with others.
What can the reader infer about the speaker based on the poem?
C. The speaker values perseverance during challenges.
500
Combine sentences 2 and 3.
(1) The beautiful islands of Hawaii are reeling from their worst flooding in more than two decades. (2) More than 230 people were rescued from floodwaters on Oahu and Maui. (3) The storm also caused extensive damage to roads and bridges on both islands. (4) Across Hawaii, thousands of people were left without electricity at various points as flooding and high winds downed lines.
Answers will vary.
More than 230 people were rescued from floodwaters on Oahu and Maui; the storm also caused extensive damage to roads and bridges on both islands.
More than 230 people were rescued from floodwaters on Oahu and Maui, and the storm also caused extensive damage to roads and bridges on both islands.