Claim or Not
Structure
Literary Devices
100

The grey wolf is a timid creature that is being hunted and exterminated.

What is a poor Claim?


Explanation: Doesn´t state an argument. 

100
The MOST recommended spot to put a thesis statement in your essay

What is at the end of the intro paragraph?

100

This literary device involves giving human characteristics to non-human things

What is personification?

200

In Shakespeare´s Hamlet, the characters experience many emotions.  

What is a poor claim?

200

The thing you should identify when creating a proper claim 

What is a theme/literacy device?


200

This term refers to the emotional atmosphere of a piece of writing

What is mood

300

In Jane Austen´s Pride and Prejudice, the development of the relationship between Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy illustrates how prejudices and first impressions can be overcome through self-awareness and emotional growth.

What is a Claim?

300

Add this helps strengthen a proper claim

What is evidence?

300

The contrast between what is said and what is actually meant 

What is irony?

400

In Shakespeare´s Hamlet, Hamlet´s intense internal conflict and contemplation of mortality underscore the play´s exploration of existential themes and the inevitable consequences of revenge. 

What is a claim?

400

When added to the proper claim, this can help strengthen and let the reader know what the essay is about.

What is topic sentences? 

400

The repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or verses 

What is Anaphora?

500

Saving the whales will have a positive effect on Earth’s biological diversity, therefore maintaining our planet’s health and ecosystems.

What is Claim?

Explanation: Shows what the argument of the essay 

500
Calls back the proper claim

What is the Conclusion?

500

Substitution of one term for another with which it is closely associated

What is Metonymy?

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