Unit 1
Define arduous
extremely difficult to achieve
Define exacerbate
to make more severe; to intensify
State of currently occupying an office
Not returned or repaid in kind
Define misnomer
An incorrect term used to describe or designate something
What is it called when you provide specific details in a text?
Textual details
What is referred to as "how it is written"?
Style
Chronological
What is an antithesis?
When extreme opposites are placed in close proximity.
What is public advocacy?
The act of influencing those who make decisions on law or public policy in order to improve society
To explain their point or argument. What they are trying to get done.
What thing typically come at the end of the introductory paragraph?
The thesis statement
What is one thing that should be at the beginning of your introduction?
A hook
What are qualities that every claim should have?
Concise, complete sentence, arguable, and able to be proven with evidence.
What 2 things should not be included in a conclusion?
New information about the topic and any new claims.
Why is textual evidence important?
It can be used to support claims and analysis of a text
Why would an author use domain-specific vocabulary?
To show knowledge and expertise in a certain field of study.
What is the purpose of pathos?
To persuade using emotion.
Allusions, imagery, and metaphors.
Issue, Rule, Facts, Analysis, and Conclusion.
Why is it important to use credible sources?
So that you can present relevant and factual information to support your claim.
What 4 questions can you ask yourself to determine if a source is the right fit for your paper?
Is it relevant to my topic?
Is it recent?
Is it unbiased?
Is it sufficient?
What is one thing that you can ask yourself when revising your paragraphs?
What 2 principles should be included in a counterclaim?
A concession and a rebuttal.
What is a question you can ask yourself when revising tone in argumentative essays?