Unit 1
quality of being determined or of holding fast
Tenacity
to make more severe; to intensify
Exacerbate
expressed without unnecessary words; brief and compact
frankness or honesty
candor
protection against loss or damage
indemnity
uncovering the structure of a complex text
Analyzing Complex Texts
the way an author writes, or what makes a writer unique.
Style
An appeal too an audiences commonly held emotions or beliefs
Pathos
the central message or universal truth conveyed by a text.
Theme
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.
Public advocacy
Briefly covering the most essential points, or central ideas, of a text.
Summary
presents the central idea and main points of the entire essay.
Thesis
photos / illustrations, charts / tables, and maps are all examples of what
Graphic Aids
Writers belief that creates a connection between your claim and "because" statements
Warrant/Assumption
the part of your introduction that engages your audience
Attention Grabber
Hidden Meaning
Leaving some claims ambiguous so the reader can draw their own conclusion
"Buy this protein bar and you will be healthier!" is an example of?
Rhetoric
how well the text captures and maintains your interest.
reader engagement
And yet we know that the worst images are those that were unseen to the world. The empty seat at the dinner table. Children who were forced to grow up without their mother or their father. What kind of rhetoric is used in this part of Obama's speech
Imagery
it was winter and lack of sunlight can possibly make people unhappy. This is an example of what kind of reasoning
Inductive reasoning
Neutral
As you read, jot down thoughts and ideas, or use a highlighting tool.
Taking Notes
The final editing stage of the writing process
Editing and Proofreading
words and phrases that leave some room for the other side of the argument, the side you are not advocating.
Qualifiers
Hey! Did you know there’s now an “official” name for texting—or even eating—in a car while you’re driving? It’s called “distracted driving”! No kidding. I just found that out. Even talking in the car is part of it! This is an example of what kind of tone
Conversational