Grammar
What is wrong with this phrase: "My classmates and I have misbehaved the entire school year. Our parents are already over it. Mr. roth told us that once school is out, we are not his problem anymore."
Capitalization
"Miss Martin made a mask made of map material" is an example of what?
Alliteration
A magazine ad shows a family laughing together while eating a meal in McDonald's.
Pathos
True or False: It is better to put a quote in your thesis statement to support your stance.
False
True or False: Themes are not universal.
False. Themes can apply to all kinds of stories no matter when they are written.
Which of the following is correct:
a) "I don't want to go for a run," he said.
b) "I don't want to go for a run" he said.
c) "I don't want to go for a run." he said.
d) "I don't want to go for a run". He said.
a) "I don't want to go for a run," he said.
What is a euphemism?
Using a polite word or phrase in place of a more harsh one.
Dababy is sponsoring a local fundraiser for breast cancer awareness.
Ethos
*** DOUBLE JEOPARDY ***
After the topic sentence, list the four parts of a Quote Burger.
Introduction to Quote, Quote, Citation, Analysis
What is theme?
the lesson or message about life
What is wrong with this phrase: "Mr Jay Vitallo led the raid on Osama Bin Laden and made the world a safer place. Even though some think this is false it could not be more true. Ask him. He will tell you!"
Punctuation
What is the function of personification?
To give an animal or object human-like characteristics
*** DOUBLE JEOPARDY ***
"Not only does Flex Tape’s powerful adhesive hold the boat together, but it creates a super strong water tight seal, so the inside is completely dry! If you don't have any leaks, then your boat won't sink. Yee-doggy! Just cut, peel, stick and seal!"
Logos
Is this a good thesis statement? If not, explain why.
"Protein shakes are good for you."
No. Missing three reasons.
Why are we not supposed to like Tom in The Great Gatsby?
a) To show that all men in the 1920's were terrible and should have been CANCELLED!
b) Tom being so bad makes Gatsby look much better, thus giving Daisy reason to cheat.
OR Why are we not supposed to like Curley in Of Mice and Men?
c) Curley being so mean and nasty makes us feel sorry for Lennie's character.
d) Because if we liked Curley then the book would be even more exciting.
b) Tom being so bad makes Gatsby look much better, thus giving Daisy reason to cheat.
OR
c) Curley being so mean and nasty makes us feel sorry for Lennie's character.
What is wrong with this phrase: "Martin went to High School in Orrville. Many people refer to it as "the hood" and she stands by that claim. Some people refuse to acknowledge this fact, but it does not phase her; she knows the truth."
Capitalization
What is a hyperbole?
An over exaggeration
"Do you want to be a loser for the rest of you life? Watching life pass you by... all alone? If not, head on over to Martin's Muscle Barn to get the workout of a lifetime. Then, people will think you're a winner!"
Pathos
Why is it important to have a clear thesis statement?
So the reader knows exactly what you are going to discuss in the paper.
In Fahrenheit 451, the students are not allowed to read, ask questions or think for themselves. What is it called when you are not allowed to read or say certain things?
Censorship
Which of the following is correct:
a) "I go to Waynedale high school. Where do you go?" She asked.
b) "I go to Waynedale Highschool. Where do you go?," she asked.
c) "I go to Waynedale High School. Where do you go," she asked
d) "I go to Waynedale High School. Where do you go?" she asked.
d) "I go to Waynedale High School. Where do you go?" she asked.
What is an idiom?
A phrase that means something different from its literal meaning
Ringo is walking down the street a little bit "sus." He walks up to his friend Peyton and tries to ask him for some applesauce. "You can trust me, man!" Ringo says to him. What type of persuasion method is Ringo trying to use?
Ethos
Create a thesis statement for the following topic: Dogs as pets
Answers vary. Must have claim and 3 reasons.
Which detail reveals the theme of censorship?
a) "And they'll be happy because facts of that sort don't change."
b) "It doesn't 'like' or 'dislike' it just functions."
c) "She was listening to far people in far places."
d) "If you don't want a man unhappy politically, don't give him two sides to a question to worry him."
d) "If you don't want a man unhappy politically, don't give him two sides to a question to worry him."