Author's Purpose
What is the purpose of humorous writing that is different from other informative texts?
To entertain
The Latin prefix extra- means what?
any of the below:
outside
beyond the scope of
in addition to what is usual or expected
Who is the author of "A Work in Progress"?
Aimee Mullins
What is the name given to the text the introduces a quotes and often includes the author's name and title of the text?
A signal phrase
What is the name given to the list of sources at the end of an essay?
Reference page
________ involves the use of exaggeration for humorous effect.
Hyperbole
Provide a synonym for accomplishments.
One possible answer: achievements
Describe the author's disability?
She had both her legs amputated as a child, and she had to wear prosthetics.
What is the name given to the information in parentheses following a direct quote?
parenthetical citation
The rules of how to format one's writing are determined by what organization? (the acronym will do)
APA
_____ is something out of place or inappropriate for a situation or setting.
Incongruity
Provide an antonym for extraordinary.
Examples: usual, expected, average, ordinary
Which accurately describes the author's tone:
a. serious
b. frustrated
c. lighthearted
d. happy
c. lighthearted
What is the name given to words or phrases used to create a sense of cohesion between ideas in one's writing?
Transitions
The name given to the act of leaving out source information.
Plagiarism
______ uses word play and creates images to amuse and inform.
Comic diction
Which word, beginning with the prefix extra-, means a lack of restraint in spending money or using resources?
extravagance
Which two individuals made the author feel like an outsider when they showed a negative attitude towards the speaker's disability?
Her teacher and her father
In argumentative writing, an author should include a _____, as well as a ________ and a _______.
claim (thesis), counterargument, rebuttal
The name given to the act of drawing a conclusion about something based on the information one has been provided.
Infer
An author's word choice or ______ often conveys the _____ or author's attitude.
diction, tone
Which word with the prefix extra- means irrelevant; separate from the object to which it is attached?
extraneous
How did the author take charge of improving the quality of her prosthetics?
She began working with engineers, fashion designers, sculptors, and makeup artists to design more functional and attractive prosthetics.
The name given to a genre of text that shares an important memory of the author's.
Memoir
The name given to an idea that provides a focus for a unit. Students should find textual support to respond to it.
Essential Question