Grab Bag
Punctuation
MLA Format
Definitions
Just For Fun!
100

A causal argument is what?

An argument that examines causes and effects.

100

We need to use a comma after an ______________ word that introduces a sentence.

Introductory word

100

What should be included in an MLA in-text citation?

Author's last name & page number in parenthesis (Batty 302)

100

What is a thesis statement?

A single sentence that makes your main point clear and takes a debatable stance.

100

What is Professor Batty's first name?

Elaine 


200

What are fallacies?

Argumentative moves flawed by their nature/structure

200

Where are commas needed in the following: Spanish which is a Romance language is one of six official languages at the United Nations.

Spanish, which is a romance language, is one of six official languages at the United Nations. 


Commas on both sides of the interrupting phrase.

200

What should an MLA assignment heading include?

Your name, professor's name, class title, and date

200

What is a rhetorical analysis?

The process of closely/critically examining a text to understand how an author influences their audience.
200

Name 3 professors at CCC.

Answers will vary

300

What is an allusion? Provide an example.

An allusion is an implied or indirect reference to something.

Example: Central Park is like an Eden in the middle of the city.

300

Where are quotations needed in the following: Janna shouted I hate math to anyone who could hear.

Janna shouted "I hate math" to anyone who could hear. 


300

Should a novel title be italicized or in quotations in an MLA citation?

Italicized

300

What are we doing when we're synthesizing?

To synthesize is to combine two or more ideas and facts into a new whole.

300

Do we have class next week?

Yes! We have a final on Tuesday, and Thursday is optional.

400
What should an essay hook do?

Draw the reader's attention & make them want to continue reading.

400

What is the problem with the following sentence: I like to read: Luke likes to paint.

Colon should be a semicolon to link independent clauses

400

Should a poem title be italicized or in quotations in an MLA citation?

In quotations

400

What is an invitational argument?

Invitational Argument offers a way to disagree without hurting one another – to disagree with respect.

400

Where did Professor Batty grow up?

Maryland

500

What is the difference between a summary and a paraphrase?

A summary is shortened to only main ideas, and a paraphrase is the same length with all ideas in your own words.

500

What are the four ways to fix a run-on sentence?

1. Add punctuation & start a new sentence

2. Use a semicolon

3. Use a comma and a coordinating conjunction 

4. Use a subordinating conjunction in one clause

500

What four things are necessary for a basic MLA book citation?

Author's name, Title, Publisher, Publication Year.

500

What are ethos, logos, and pathos? Give an example of each.

Ethos: ethical appeals 

Logos: logical appeals

Pathos: emotional appeals

500

Name everyone in this room.

Answers will vary.

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