Argumentative
Which paragraph would this sentence most likely be found in an argumentative essay?
The government should not requires citizens to volunteer because it defeats the purpose of volunteering and infringes upon a citizen's personal freedoms.
Introduction
(If they say conclusion; please award half points. While it is true that a writer will restate their position, it would begin with a closing transition such as overall.)
This term (two words) is referring to a specific topic and is essential to understanding the purpose and meaning of the text.
Main Idea
This term is used to describe the different types of literature or texts.
Genre
Paragraphs are to essays as __________ are to poems.
Stanzas
Name the poetic technique that a writer will use to create sound.
Onomatopoeia
What is the second step a writer should include in the introduction that ensures their audience can understand their position on the topic?
Background Information
These words and phrases are essential for a writer to connect ideas, evidence, and commentary.
Transitional words and phrases
What technique will a writer use to create suspense in their story?
Foreshadowing
Name the type of figurative language that is used by writers to create humor or show strong emotions to their reader.
Hyperboles
What is the term called when a reader researches information surrounding a text before reading?
Context
Besides restating your thesis, what else should a writer include in the conclusion to leave a lasting impression on their audience?
Call to Action
OR
A Concluding Statement that answers, "Why should this matter to your reader?"
I'll accept "Looking Forward" too.
A writer will use these to organize their information such as compare and contrast.
Text Structures
This narrative technique can be used by a writer to offer indirect characterization for the protagonist and build the plot by providing background on the current situation.
Flashback
This poetic technique is often confused with Figurative Language, and must contain either adjectives or adverbs.
Imagery
Which of the following transitional phrases would be best when explaining how a writer's evidence supports their subclaim in the topic sentence?
A) Although, B) In addition, C) As a result,
C) As a result
Which transitional phrase is most common when refuting an opposing opinion? In other words, what transitional word is best to use when writing your rebuttal statement?
However,...
Name two text features that may be included in an informational text to accompany information and increase reader's understanding.
Diagrams, photos, charts, videos or audio clips.
Which statement is an example of a theme?
A) A young boy discovers a magical map in his attic.
B) Friendship and bravery
C) Teamwork is more important than individual success.
D) The protagonist feels lonely in the big city.
C) Teamwork is more important than individual success.
**Note that a theme is a statement about life that can be applied to a story.**
A is a summary.
B are universal ideas. These could be themes but we need to say something about them.
D is connected to the story; a theme should never use a character's name.
What is the term for words that "sort of" rhyme because they end with similar sounds. Even though the rhyme isn't perfect, we still mark them with the same letter in a rhyme scheme.
Slant Rhyme
Readers should consider a writer's B____ before accepting a writer's statements and information as true.
Bias
This argumentative technique gives credit to the opposing position to build a writer's ethos (credibility).
It starts with a "C" and has 10 letters.
It is an advanced technique.
Concession
This term refers to words used by writers that are associated with a particular discipline such as science. The word is 6 letters and starts with "J."
Jargon
This narrative technique is used when a writer references a well known person, work of literature, mythology, or historical or contemporary events. It starts with an "A" and is 9 letters.
Allusions
This poetic technique is where a poet will intentionally create harsh or unpleasant sounds through the use of consonants such B, D, K, P, T, and G.
It starts with a "C," ends with a "y," and has 9 letters.
Cacophony
Often, there is more than one of these in a text and it is the main reason the text exists.
Purpose