unit 1
what are synonyms of the word arduous
what is hard, difficult, rigorous
What is the definition of the word emulate
what is state of being isolated or withdrawn
What are some related words to the word logistical
what is logistic (adjective), logistics (noun), logistically (adverb)
What is the definition of the word exemplify
what is to illustrate; serve as an example
What are synonyms of the word anarchy
what is chaos, lawlessness
How do you describe a central idea
determine what the author most wants you to remember about what you are reading.
What is the rhetorical triangle
message, writer/speaker, audience
What are two examples of commonly used structural elements
sentences and paragraphs
How do you determine the theme
The theme of a text can be determined from the text’s topic.
What are the 3 main parts to an argument
claim, reason, and evidence
what is syntax
the arrangement of words and phrases.
what is figurative language
the use of words that deviates from the conventional order
what are 3 things to look for when evaluating sources
accuracy, relevance, credibility
What are 3 things that a quality claim has
claim should be concise, arguable, and able to be proven
What are two examples of things to not have in an argument essay.
first person pronouns and any type of slang
What 3 things do authors use to put evidence in text
Authors use quotations, paraphrases, and summaries as evidence.
How is nuance applied to writing
allows the writer to give their words different types of meaning
What is the logos used for
Appeals to the audiences sense of logic
How is allusion used in writing
allusion is used to allow the reader to understand the reference and apply their feelings and knowledge about the reference
What are the five elements of chain of legal reasoning
issue, rule, facts, analysis, conclusion
What are 3 types of evidence
facts, definitions, quotations,
when using a source, what 4 things should you check for
when revising, what 2 things should you check for
tone and syntax
what is a counterclaim
They are the opposing arguments
what are 2 options for correcting a comma splice
using a semi colon or period