Punctuation
This punctuation mark introduces a list or expands on something hinted at before it
Colon :
Your introductory paragraph typically contains these three elements.
Background or hook, thesis, preview of supporting reasons
This is an example of what kind of sentence: Love to run.
Fragment
What kind of response is this? "Rosenberg argues that college athletes should get paid, but he doesn't understand how much that would corrupt and ultimately ruin college athletics." yes, yes but, no, no, but
no (disagree)
What are two common problems with thesis statements?
factual, too broad, too specific, contain more than one claim
This punctuation mark comes after a dependent clause when it begins the sentence
Comma ,
What is purpose of words like " Next, however, in addition" in an essay? And what are they called?
Transition words and phrases: help guide the reader between shifts in ideas or additions to ideas
Why is this sentence grammatically incorrect? "My heart was racing, I opened the door to the haunted house anyway."
Run-on sentence with comma splice
What kind of response is this, "Twenge argues that smartphones are the cause of teen depression and anxiety. They may play a part but so do several other factors." yes, yes but, no, no but?
yes but
What persuasive strategy is used in the following sentence, "The billion followers of Islam must surely be onto some truth in their religion."
appeal to popularity
This punctuation mark separates two closely related independent clauses
semicolon ;
What is a rebuttal?
Response to counter argument
This is an example of what kind of sentence, "Some politicians want to close the library, but they don't understand how vital they are to the community."
Compound
Name 2 times when you need to cite an author (give them credit in the text).
when using their ideas or when using direct quotes from them
What two persuasive strategies are in the following sentence?
"The right's attack on science is causing destruction in the country as thousands of innocent children are being infected with diseases due to false claims about vaccines."
emotion, logic
Should there be an apostrophe in the following sentence, and if so, where should it go? "The teachers drank hard liquor after classes were over."
no apostrophe needed
Name the 4 components that make up a well-constructed paragraph.
topic sentence, evidence, examples, summary statement
What punctuation mark should be used in the following sentence and where should it be placed? "Because they are rich and can buy their own books some politicians don't understand how vital libraries are to the community."
comma after books
What is the counterargument and rebuttal in the following sentences?
Money can go a long way toward making us happier. Some people, like author Amy Novotney, argue that money doesn't guarantee happiness because even rich people can have serious mental health issues. However, money does provide people with access to services that can improve their happiness like therapy and drugs.
counter argument: money doesn't guarantee happiness b/c even rich people have issues.
rebuttal: money does provide people with access to services that can improve their happiness like therapy and drugs.
What two things do you need when using a quote in a paper?
Introduction/signal to the quote and explanation/interpretation of it and how it relates to your point after
What is the correct punctuation mark to use in the blank: "When students chose their essay topics, they reported having more fun ____ yes, fun!"
Dash --
Name two reasons to use counter arguments.
Build credibility by considering multiple viewpoints, test ideas against other perspectives and evidence, be more persuasive,
There are two missing punctuation marks in the following sentence. What are they and where should they go?
"Because they are rich and can buy their own books many politicians don't understand how vital the library is the community and they should discuss them with locals before closing them down."
after books and after and
"Because they are rich and can buy their own books, many politicians don't understand how vital the library is the community, and they should discuss them with locals before closing them down."
Explain the difference between a summary and a paraphrase.
summary: short overview of main ideas of an entire text. Paraphrase: putting in your own words an idea from a text.
Why do authors use rhetorical questions in essays?