Literature
What is literature that describes made-up events and people?
Fiction
What is the author's main point or position on an issue that they believe is true and can be argued?
Claim
What is the term that refers to the overall subject or topic of a text?
Central Idea
What is the term that describes the quality of being trusted and believed in that appeals to the speaker's character, authority, or credibility to persuade an audience?
Credibility or Ethos
What is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words "like" or "as" to make a description more vivid?
Simile
What is a genre of writing that is based on facts, real events, and real people, rather than imaginary stories or theoretical ideas.
Nonfiction
What is a claim made by one party in response to the claims of another, presenting an opposing argument?
Counterclaim
What is facts, data, statistics, expert opinions, and examples from reliable sources used to support a claim?
Cited or Text Evidence
What is the persuasive strategy that aims to evoke an emotional response (like fear, pity, joy, or anger) from the audience to influence their attitudes or behaviors?
Pathos
What term is for a type of language or tools writers use to enhance their writing, convey meaning, or evoke emotion through stylistic and structural choices?
Figurative Language
What is the term that means the writing, study, or content of literature, especially of the kind valued for quality of form?
Literacy
What is it called when someone tries to prove something or someone else to be wrong or false?
Refute
What is wording that attempts to influence an audience by using words and phrases with strong positive or negative emotional connotations beyond their literal meaning?
Loaded Language
What is a strategy that appeals to logic and reason, using facts, statistics, and sound arguments to persuade an audience?
Logos
What is the use of objects, characters, or actions to represent abstract ideas or deeper meanings
Symbolism
What is a non-fiction film that presents factual information about real-life events, people, or issues, typically with the purpose of educating, informing, or persuading the viewer about a particular viewpoint?
Documentary
What term means a narrative perspective where the narrator reports events, actions and details without personal thoughts or feelings, maintaining a neutral and unbiased stance?
Objective Point of View
What term means the unique way a specific character, narrator, or filmmaker views the world or events, shaped by their personal experiences, background, and biases?
Perspective
What persuasion technique does this ad use?
This durable, pocket-sized, super-zoom camera is perfect for adventurers on the go.
Logos
What is a literary device where an author hints at events that will occur later in the story to create suspense and anticipation?
Foreshadowing
What is a formal discussion on a particular topic where opposing arguments are presented, typically in a public forum?
Debate
What is the term for the narrative perspective where the narrator's personal feelings, opinions, and biases influence how events are presented to the reader, often revealing inner thoughts and emotions?
Subjective Point of View
What is the process of combining information from multiple sources, analyzing their relationships and interpreting them to form a new understanding or original perspective? Not a summary.
What persuasion technique does this ad use?
As a three-time Olympic gold medalist, I can assure you that this energy drink will improve your fitness and stamina.
Ethos
Who is your favorite language arts teacher?
Mrs. Steinle