unit 1 screen time
tenacity
what is quality of being determined or of holding fast?
Cognitive
what is having to do with the ability to think or reason
distraught
what is displaying emotional disturbance; frantic or distracted
vigilant
what is keeping careful watch for threats or dangers
misnomer
what is an incorrect term used to describe or designate something
central idea
what is an overarching message or truth that is specific to a text
Figurative language
what is explains or clarifies one item in terms of another on a nonliteral level.
Transitional words and phrases
what is connect ideas in sentences and paragraphs. Examples are “in other words” and “put simply.”
theme
what is the central message or universal truth conveyed by a text.
claim
what is the primary statement that is to be proved through the presentation of an argument.
syntax
what is arrangement of words and phrases
Types of Evidence
what are Facts, statistics, definitions, scientific data, examples, quotations, or testimony from authorities
Topic Sentences
what are Topic sentences, which appear at the start of each body paragraph, tell readers what the paragraph will be about and forecast the ideas to come
Argument
what is a type of writing that emphasizes logic, specifically claims, reasons, evidence and, counterclaims.
Thesis Statement
what is the last sentence of your introduction
Determining Central Ideas
What is a general statement (explicit or implicit) about the topic that the author wants me to know or believe?
Determine How Nuance Is Used to Persuade
what is Authors apply the appropriate nuance, or shade of meaning, to make their ideas and message more precise.
problem-and-solution structure
what is identifying a problem (or problems) and then offering one or more solutions.
Determining Themes
what is a text can be determined from the text’s topic.
Anticipated Counterclaim
what is strengthening argument by predicting the response of someone who disagrees with their ideas.
Identifying Formal Informational Style
what is The styles used in academic journal articles or studies, instruction manuals, textbooks, and biographies are designed to present complex ideas so that an audience gains understanding and knowledge.
Use Search Engines Efficiently
what is start with a general search term and add modifiers as needed.
Revising for Word Choice
what is The revision stage of the writing process is the ideal time to sharpen your use and selection of words.
Supporting Your Claim
what is the appropriateness of the evidence for your audience
Ordering the Body Paragraphs
what is Your body paragraphs follow the order of the “because” statements that make up your thesis statement