Argumentative Text
The opposing claim to an author/speaker's controlling idea.
Counter Argument
I will also accept counterclaim or counter point.
(At least part of) The author's purpose for works of fiction.
To entertain.
True or False: Every passage on the STAAR test will be short and/or entertaining.
False
Explain the purpose of a colon.
To introduce, emphasize, or connect information.
I'll accept any of the above or an approximation of the purpose.
A comparison where something represents an unlike thing without using the words "like" or "as".
Metaphor
The name of the logical fallacy that attempts to argue a point because the majority of people support it, or it is "common knowledge."
Bandwagon Appeal
The atmosphere created for the reader by the author's intentional choice of setting, characters, and words.
Mood
The term for an error in reasoning that weakens an argument and opens it up to counterargument.
Logical Fallacy
What change should be made in sentence 15?
(15) Some Colleges send text alerts to students about weather events or other important announcements.
Change Colleges to colleges.
The ELA term for why somebody wrote a text.
Author's Purpose
The name of the logical fallacy where the writer/speaker restates the same statement in different words instead of giving supporting evidence for the original point.
Circular Reasoning
The term for an author's message, communicated throughout a work of fiction.
Theme
Explain the purpose of repeating or returning to an analogy throughout an argumentative text.
To emphasize a claim or comparison.
What is the most effective revision to make in sentence 3?
(3) Whether you like it or not, a 2016 survey showed that ownership among u.s. 18-year-olds is now at 100 percent!
Capitalize "U.S." --- it's a proper noun!
The person or people meant to read a text according to its author.
Intended Audience
The name of the rhetorical device that means the placement of two ideas side by side to contrast or compare them and to make a point.
Juxtaposition
The type of figurative language, present throughout a poem or passage that connect story elements, reinforce themes, explore connections, and help readers visualize concepts more vividly.
Extended Metaphor
Underline the sentence that contains the controlling idea:
Despite their apparent benefits, current MOOCs are not a plausible alternative path to traditional education. The term MOOCs was first used in 2008. It refers to a learning alternative termed “Massive Open Online Courses.” This learning model allows students all over the globe to participate in a network of college level courses from the comfort of their homes and offices.
Despite their apparent benefits, current MOOCs are not a plausible alternative path to traditional education.
Add two commas to correct sentence 5 in the best way.
(5) Teens use their phones which their parents buy to text and to feel connected to friends and family, and to the larger world around them.
(5) Teens use their phones, which their parents buy, to text and to feel connected to friends and family, and to the larger world around them.
The author's attitude, or choice of words, when describing a subject.
Tone
The name of the rhetorical device that means a comparison between two things for the purpose of emphasizing a point.
Analogy
She was on the team that would argue for free community college, and this felt difficult for her because her dad was a college professor.
What does this sentence suggest is ironic about the debate, from Joelle’s perspective?
A. She is sure she won’t win.
B. Her topic upsets her.
C. She knows how to argue.
D. Her topic is unexpected.
D. Her topic is unexpected.
Even without the passage, you can answer this question fairly easily if you know the meaning of the word "ironic".
Which of the following contains bandwagon appeal?
A. Therefore, cost is not a factor for high dropout rates.
B. The only major difference between MOOCs and traditional brick-and-mortar schools is human contact.
C. MOOCs lack this constant feedback and assurance that students are succeeding.
D. It is common knowledge that the cost of a college education is up 72%.
D. It is common knowledge that the cost of a college education is up 72%.
What is the best way to correct sentence 12?
(12) Furthermore, texting can be used in the classroom to help students be organized and learn for example, teachers can gauge students’ knowledge using a polling app.
Insert a semicolon after learn. --- A comma paired with the coordinating conjunction "for example" corrects this run-on sentence.
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When someone says or does something that is the opposite of what is expected.
Irony