Red
A rhetorical appeal that focuses on the character or qualifications of the speaker.
Ethos
A rhetorical appeal to reason or logic through statistics, facts, and reasonable examples.
Logos
A rhetorical appeal to the reader’s or listener’s senses or emotions through connotative language and imagery.
Pathos
What are the three persuasive techniques we have discussed the MOST this quarter?
Logos
Pathos
Ethos
Taking and using as your own the words and ideas of another.
Plagiarism
Read the sentence below. Which rhetorical appeal is being used?
"Thousands of doctors recommend this treatment because it has been proven to reduce symptoms in 90% of patients."
A) Pathos (Emotional Appeal)
B) Logos (Logical Appeal)
C) Ethos (Ethical Appeal)
D) Bandwagon Appeal
C) Ethos (Ethical Appeal) – because the argument relies on the credibility of doctors to persuade the audience.
Reasoning or facts given in opposition to an argument.
Counterclaim
Which of the questions is the most effective research question?
A-What was the best advertisement of 2017?
B-Are there any negative effects of advertising to young children?
C-What are problems related to product placement or other stealthy forms of advertising to children?
C-What are problems related to product placement or other stealthy forms of advertising to children?
What is the structure of a body paragraph when you need two pieces of text evidence?
Topic Sentence
Claim
Evidence
Reasoning
Evidence
Reasoning
Wrap Up/Transition
Read the excerpt from the article "The Joy of Instagram."
Kristin Diehl, an associate professor of marketing at the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business, and a team of colleagues wanted to put those ideas to the test. … Capturing experiences through photos, the team found, far from compromising people’s enjoyment of those experiences, actually seemed to amplify that enjoyment. A photographic mindset doesn’t seem to prevent people from “living in the moment,” as the old accusation goes; it might actually help them to do that living.
Which choice best names the type of evidence the author uses to support her claim that using social media to share photos doesn't make people enjoy the moments any less?
A-Quotes
B-Statistics
C-Observations
D-Research Findings
D-Research Findings
What are the 4 sentences needed in an introduction paragraph?
Hook
Background
Thesis
Transition
In the sentence below, what is the best synonym for the word frigid?
"We forgot to wear our coats, and the frigid wind made us shiver as we walked home."
A) Warm
B) Icy
C) Gentle
D) Mild
ICY
In "America the Not-So-Beautiful" the author makes this claim: "The trouble with throwing things away is, there is no 'away' left."
Which of the following statements from the article best supports this claim?
A-Sometime around the year 500 B.C., the Greeks in Athens passed a law prohibiting people from throwing their garbage in the street.
B-We’ve been doing that for so many years that we’ve run out of places to throw things because houses have been built where the dump was and some of the things we’re throwing away are poisoning the Earth and will eventually poison all of us and all living things.
B-We’ve been doing that for so many years that we’ve run out of places to throw things because houses have been built where the dump was and some of the things we’re throwing away are poisoning the Earth and will eventually poison all of us and all living things.
In the sentence below, what is the best synonym for the word reluctant?
"Emma was reluctant to speak in front of the class because she was nervous about forgetting her words."
A) Eager
B) Hesitant
C) Excited
D) Confident
Hesitant
Read the following advertisement.
“Introducing the Smart Tablet. It’s a revolutionary new product. It takes and stores photos, lets you connect with friends, and provides hours of electronic entertainment. You won't want to put it down!”
The author's purpose is to use an avant-garde appeal to persuade buyers. Which words achieve the author's purpose?
A-revolutionary new product
B-takes and stores photos
C-connect with friends
A-revolutionary new product
Jenna is writing an argumentative essay. Read her draft below.
In the essay “America the Not-So-Beautiful,” Andrew Rooney states that 50 percent of the volume of household waste is packaging. Have you noticed the amount of packaging used by companies? In a recent survey of people who purchase products from a major online company, customers reported that at least half of each package they receive is filled with unnecessary packing material. Think about packaged food in grocery stores. Cereal comes in a plastic bag and then is placed in a box. Both the box and the bag end up in our landfills. Have you purchased a toy lately? Dolls are strapped to cardboard with pieces of plastic, covered in a plastic holder, and then placed inside a box. Where does all that packaging end up? You guessed it…a landfill.
Jenna needs to include a thesis statement. Which of the following is the best thesis statement for Jenna’s draft?
A-We put our trash into brand-new plastic bags to place it into our household garbage can.
B-Excessive packaging is a major threat to the environment.
B-Excessive packaging is a major threat to the environment.
Camila is watching a film about the effect sugar can have on a person's level of concentration.
What could Camila do to establish the film's credibility?
A-Determine what studies, experts, or associations were used for researching the ideas in the film.
B-Determine the film's audience and determine if the audience was persuaded in any way.
A-Determine what studies, experts, or associations were used for researching the ideas in the film.
What is the best way to determine the central idea of an informational text?
A) Look at the first and last sentence only
B) Identify the most repeated word in the text
C) Find the main topic and see what the author says about it
D) Count how many paragraphs are in the text
C) Find the main topic and see what the author says about it
Many people argue that video games are harmful to students because they take time away from schoolwork. However, research suggests that video games can improve problem-solving skills, enhance creativity, and even boost memory. While some critics believe video games encourage laziness, many educators recognize their potential as valuable learning tools when used in moderation.
Part A:
What is the author’s point of view on video games?
A) Video games are a waste of time and should be avoided.
B) Video games can have educational benefits when used wisely.
C) All students should play video games instead of doing homework.
D) Video games have no effect on learning.
Part B:
How does the author distinguish their position from others?
A) By presenting research that highlights the benefits of video games
B) By ignoring the opposing viewpoint
C) By only discussing the negative effects of video games
D) By stating that all teachers support video games in the classroom
B) Video games can have educational benefits when used wisely.
A) By presenting research that highlights the benefits of video games
Some people believe that students should not have homework, arguing that it causes stress and takes away from family time. However, studies show that homework helps reinforce learning and improves academic performance. A survey conducted in one classroom showed that students who completed their homework scored higher on tests. In addition, many successful professionals, such as doctors and engineers, say that doing homework helped them develop a strong work ethic.
Part A:
Which statement best describes the strength of the author's argument?
A) The argument is strong because it includes both research and expert opinions to support the claim.
B) The argument is weak because it does not mention the benefits of homework.
C) The argument is strong because it includes a single classroom survey.
D) The argument is weak because it only presents opinions without any facts.
Part B:
Which piece of evidence is the weakest in supporting the claim that homework improves academic performance?
A) "Studies show that homework helps reinforce learning and improves academic performance."
B) "A survey conducted in one classroom showed that students who completed their homework scored higher on tests."
C) "Many successful professionals, such as doctors and engineers, say that doing homework helped them develop a strong work ethic."
D) Both A and C are weak pieces of evidence.
A) The argument is strong because it includes both research and expert opinions to support the claim.
B) "A survey conducted in one classroom showed that students who completed their homework scored higher on tests." (Because a single classroom survey is not a strong or broad enough piece of evidence to support the claim.)
Being Prepared while Camping Before you head out the door for a camping trip, gather the appropriate supplies. If you are prepared for accidents, your camping trip will go off without a hitch. However, if you don’t have the right gear, you’re camping trip may end more quickly than you hoped. Sometimes weather moves in rapidly. Rain can dampen your plans, your clothes, and your sleeping bag if you didn’t pack a waterproof tarp to cover it with. If your gear is soaked, you’ll likely need to pack up and head home. A scraped knee is usually no problem, but a bloody knee with no band aids might cause you to trek to a gas station in search of a bandage. Consider everything that might happen, and plan well so that minor bumps in the road don’t affect your entire camping experience!
Cause and Effect
Many people believe sharks are dangerous, but in reality, they are essential to the ocean’s ecosystem. Sharks help maintain the balance of marine life by keeping fish populations healthy. Despite their importance, millions of sharks are killed each year due to overfishing and human fear. To protect our oceans, we must take action to stop the unnecessary hunting of these incredible creatures.
Part A:
What is the author’s main purpose in this passage?
A) To entertain the reader with a shark story
B) To inform the reader about how sharks hunt for food
C) To persuade the reader to help protect sharks
D) To describe different types of sharks
Part B:
Which sentence from the passage best supports the answer to Part A?
A) "Many people believe sharks are dangerous, but in reality, they are essential to the ocean’s ecosystem."
B) "Sharks help maintain the balance of marine life by keeping fish populations healthy."
C) "Despite their importance, millions of sharks are killed each year due to overfishing and human fear."
D) "To protect our oceans, we must take action to stop the unnecessary hunting of these incredible creatures."
C) To persuade the reader to help protect sharks
D) "To protect our oceans, we must take action to stop the unnecessary hunting of these incredible creatures."
Building a Campfire Sitting around a campfire is a classic summer camping tradition. Before you can tell scary stories, though, you will need to build your fire. Begin by gathering fire wood from around your camp. In addition to wood, you will need other tinder like pine needles, bark, or dead plants to help ignite the fire. Then, dig a small pit for your fire and build a ring of stone around it for maximum safety. Place your wood and tinder into the pit and start the fire using an ignition source such as a match. Once ignited, slightly blow on your flame to build heat. When you have a flame, use large pieces of firewood to build a teepee. Now sit back and relax in front of your roaring campfire!
Sequence and Order
Jake had spent weeks preparing for the big debate, but when he stood in front of the audience, his mind went completely blank. He took a deep breath, trying to remember his points. "Come on, Jake," he thought. "You've got this! Just break the ice and start talking."
Question:
What does the idiom "break the ice" most likely mean in the passage?
A) To start speaking in a situation that feels awkward or tense
B) To make a mistake while talking
C) To take a break before answering
D) To forget everything you planned to say
A) To start speaking in a situation that feels awkward or tense
Passage Excerpt:
Lena clutched the old map in her hands, her heart pounding. The legend of the hidden treasure had always seemed like a fairy tale, but now, standing at the entrance of the dark cave, doubt crept in. Was she truly ready to face the unknown?
Part A:
What is the main conflict Lena faces in the passage?
A) She is unsure if the treasure is real.
B) She is afraid of the dark cave.
C) She doesn’t understand how to read the map.
D) She is searching for someone to help her.
Part B:
Which sentence from the passage best supports the answer to Part A?
A) "Lena clutched the old map in her hands, her heart pounding."
B) "The legend of the hidden treasure had always seemed like a fairy tale, but now, standing at the entrance of the dark cave, doubt crept in."
C) "Was she truly ready to face the unknown?"
D) "She was standing at the entrance of the dark cave."
A) She is unsure if the treasure is real.
B) "The legend of the hidden treasure had always seemed like a fairy tale, but now, standing at the entrance of the dark cave, doubt crept in."