Parts of Speech
What is the common noun in the sentence:
The frisky cat moped around us.
cat
A general statement should be neutral or opinionated?
neutral
a command.
dictation
A comparison between two unlike things USING "like" or "as"
Simile
What is the adjective in the following sentence: Today, I am wearing a purple sweater.
purple
What is the action verb in the following sentence: My mom and I shouted the lyrics at the packed concert last night.
shouted
Some people may say Starbucks is better than Dunkin' Donuts because the coffee is richer.
What part of GORRC is this?
An opposing claim
The feeling or energy a person or place gives off.
aura
The clouds cried gushing tears during our softball game.
What figure of speech is used here?
personification
Someone who is killed or injured for their beliefs.
martyr
What is the abstract noun in the following sentence: Honesty is always best.
honesty
Students should be able to leave school for lunch so they can eat the food they desire.
This is an example of what part of GORRC?
A claim
a set of systems working together.
apparatus
When an author writes with great detail, so much that readers can visualize what is being described.
Imagery
Which rhetorical appeal persuades audiences by using an expert or credible speaker?
ethos
What is the conjunction in the following sentence? We were supposed to have a game tonight but it was canceled due to the weather.
but
What does GORRC stand for?
General statement, opposing claim, refute, reasons, claim.
To introduce, add, or fill.
infuse
Money is a strong weapon.
This is an example of what?
metaphor
What is the concrete noun in the following sentence:
My sister has a lot of pride.
sister
What part of speech is refutation in this sentence?
The student's refutation of the opposing claim was weak.
noun
Which two parts of GORRC are included here?
This is not the case because Dunkin' Donuts' prices are cheaper and they have more drink options on their menu.
refutation and reasons to support the claim
To remain unchanged or unphased in the midst of hardship.
stoic
95% of students own cell phones. 90% of teachers cite cell phones as a problem.
Which rhetorical appeal is used here?
Logos
An indirect reference to something such as: the Bible, sports, pop culture or other literature.
an allusion
What is the preposition in the following sentence?
The sound was clearly coming from within the building.
within
What does it mean to organize in a "cohesive and coherent manner?"
It should be logical and well-connected
A special kind of clothing; finery.
regalia
What type of devices are intended to persuade?
rhetorical appeals
alliteration