Unit 1
Definition/ part of speech of tenacity?
(NOUN) quality of being determined or of holding fast.
Definition/ part of speech of counterintuitive?
(ADJECTIVE) different from what is expected or seems correct.
Definition/ part of speech of infrastructure?
(NOUN) basic framework of a system or organization.
Definition/ part of speech of exemplify?
(VERB) to illustrate; serve as an example.
Definition/ part of speech of subservient?
(ADJECTIVE) having a role of lesser importance; subordinate
Explicit VS.Implicit meaning?
Explicit meaning is directly stated and Implicit meaning is understood despite not being directly stated.
What is a simile ?
a nonliteral comparison that is stated outright by the use of “like” or “as”
Whats is a comma splice?
It is an error in which independent clauses are joined together with only a comma between them.
What does the prefix "poly" mean?
Many.
What is a Hyphens for?
to add clarity, in standard spellings of some words, in number compounds.
What is evidence?
The information that authors provide as support or proof for their opinions, claims, or central ideas is evidence.
What is Figurative language?
It explains or clarifies one item in terms of another on a nonliteral level.
What are the three elements in the Rhetorical Triangle?
Message-audience-writer/speaker
It means word choice.
The constitutional principle of (__________) states that government should divide power among three branches to limit the power of any individual branch?
separation of powers
How is Problem-solution used?
The author presents a problem or problems and offers solutions. Transitions suited to this structure include for one thing, most importantly, and as you can see.
What does Domain-specific vocabulary refers to?
terms specific to a content area or sphere of activity or knowledge like school subjects, occupations, technology, hobbies, and nutrition.
Denotation VS. Connotation ?
Connotation refers to the emotional associations that a word carries, which adds a layer of meaning beyond its denotation and Denotation is a word’s literal dictionary definition.
What is a counter claim?
a claim made to rebut a previous claim.
The constitutional principle that relates to individuals, rather than someone within the government, having the power to control their rights can be referred to as (____________)?
popular sovereignty