Unit 1
Definition of Tenacity
quality of being determined or of holding fast
Definition of Emulate
to strive to imitate or approach equality with
Definition of Succinct
expressed without unnecessary words; brief and compact
Definition of Unrequited
not returned or repaid in kind
Definition of Misnomer
an incorrect term used to describe or designate something
What is Textual Evidence
specific information found within a reading that is used to support claims and analysis of that text
What is academic vocabulary in a text
commonly used in academic disciplines, such as English, the social sciences, mathematics, and the sciences.
Define Jargon
technical words specific to a field
What are key characteristics of sources/evidence
Recent, Relevant, and Unbiased
Correctly Quote the definition of Quotation
"Quotations are the exact words found in a work." (Unit 1, Lesson 3)
For most of us, a normal routine at work, home, and play will provide plenty of opportunities for simple mind-expanding exercises. For example, if you’re right-handed, use your left hand. Learning to write with your nondominant hand can be extremely challenging and builds a part of your brain that you don’t use much.
How does the word nondominant contribute to the effect of the excerpt?
It explains why the actions described can help challenge your brain.
What is an example of evidence in “Video Games in the Age of Cell Phones” by Lev Grossman
More than 100,000 new iPhone and iPad games were uploaded to Apple’s App Store last year—upwards of 500 a day, by some estimates.