Argument
MLA
Analysis
Research
Potpourri
100
Name and briefly define Aristotle's three appeals.
Ethos (credibility), Pathos (emotional), Logos (Logic)
100
What does MLA stand for?
Modern Language Association
100
What 5 pieces of information must be included in the introduction of a film analysis?
Film title, director, release date (year), major performers and genre
100
In the pre-writing process of invention, what kinds of techniques might you employ in order to help with research?
Mind-mapping/brainstorming, Listing, Outlining and Drafting
100
What is jargon?
A specialized language used within jobs/disciplines
200
What is a warrant?
The bridge/explanation that connects the data, claim and counterclaim.
200
Name four disciplines within the humanities that use MLA.
Literature, language, art, music, philosophy, some history
200
Name 3 possible formal techniques that may be explored in an art analysis.
Color, shape, perspective, horizon line, light
200
What is an indirect source and how do you in-text cite one?
A source quoted within the primary source, example:


According to Dan Smith, "....." (qtd. in Gostin and Gostin).

200
Briefly define slang.


Bonus (10 points): Give 3 examples of regional language.

Slang is an informal vocabulary that expresses the solidarity of a group (always changing).


Regional examples: pop, loo, wicked, water fountain

300
"Decreasing pollution is the most pressing issue in the U.S." is an example of what kind of claim?
Claim of Value
300
What is a signal phrase? Give 3 examples.
Introductory phrase that usually names the author of the source and often provides some context for the source material.
300
Name 4 formal techniques that may be explored in a film analysis.
lighting, music, costume/makeup, editing, cinematography, writing, acting, narrative
300
What is a thesis and where is it located?
The main point of your argument/analysis, located at the end of your introduction paragraph.
300
What is an ellipsis and when do you use one?
...

Used to signal a break in a direct quote, information that was taken out.

400
An effective argument is both ___________ (hint: not general) and ________.
Narrowed and Debatable
400
Briefly explain the 5 ways in which outside sources are used in academic essays.
Provide background or context, explain terms/concepts, support your claim, lend authority to an argument, and anticipate/counter objections
400
What does the MPAA stand for and do?


EXTRA 5 POINTS! What does CARA stand for and what do they do?

The Motion Picture Association of America created a ratings board (CARA) that determines the censorship ratings for American-made movies.


Classification and Ratings Administration is made up of parents who determine the family-friendly ratings.

400
Briefly define primary research and give 3 examples.
Research that you've done yourself...interview, survey, observation, analysis.
400
Explain the logical fallacy of slippery slope.
If A happens, then through a series of events, B-Z will happen too. Therefore, to prevent Z, you must prevent A.
500

The following phrase is an example of what logical fallacy?

"That parking attendant who gave me a ticket, is as bad as Hitler."
Moral Equivalence
500
Put the following journal from a database into MLA works cited format:


Sandra Sanson

"Clouds of Poetry"

Paris Review

Spring 2011

Volume 5, issue 2

Popculture Universe

pages 21-30

No DOI

Sanson, Sandra. "Clouds of Poetry." Paris Review, 

vol. 5, no. 2, Spring 2011, pp. 21-30. Popculture Universe.

500
What two elements must be included in the concluding paragraph of a film analysis?
Recommendation and rating (out of 5 stars)
500
What is secondary research? 


Bonus (extra 5): What is the difference between scholarly/peer reviewed sources and other sources?

Research that someone else has done. 


Scholarly/peer reviewed research has been passed through a panel of academic peers/experts before publication.`

500
What is the only exception of citation, as in, the only time in a formal essay that you do not need to cite the information that is not yours?
Common knowledge
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