Unit 1
Define tenacity
quality of being determined or of holding fast
Define emulate
to strive to imitate or approach equality with
Define logistical
related to or concerned with handling and planning of personnel and material
Define succinct
expressed without unnecessary words; brief and compact
Define fruition
accomplishment or realization of a goal
What is a Metaphor.
When a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.
What is Rhetoric
is another name for the art of persuasion. And, it really is an art—and a skill.
What 3 things do you look at when evaluating a source.
credible
What are some examples of rhetorical features
allusion, antithesis, diction, irony, parallelism, syntax, and understatement
True or False Critical readers ask questions as they read
true
What is the purpose
the reason the author creates the text
What is the purpose of a researched essay
to synthesize, interpret, and present information from a variety of credible (believable and convincing) sources.
What can formatting features help with
enhance readability.
When is a “because” statements used
in the thesis statement
Should you summarize your thesis statement first in your conclusion paragraph,
Yes
What is a central idea
an overarching message or truth that is specific to a text
What is the rhetorical triangle
the message, the writer/speaker (author), and the audience.
In what ways can information be presented
in sentences, in bullet points, in a circle graph, in a chart, in photographs, or in other structures.
Why are rhetorical features used
to strengthen arguments
What is Public advocacy
the act of influencing those who make decisions on law or public policy in order to improve society, further equality, or advance the cause of an organization or group of people.
What is the author’s task
he assignment or work that an author needs to do
What is the purpose of an informational essay
to inform your readers
What are graphic elements important
They can add interest, engage readers, and reinforce the information conveyed in the text.
Which paragraph is the thesis statement placed.
The first one
What is the purpose for the conclusion
Providing closure for the audience