Tools of Persuasion
Affixes
Story elements
Text Structures
Context Clues
100
My opponent is a liar and does not know what the truth is.
What is name calling.
100
The prefix anti means:
What is against
100
Pieces of writing are grouped into categories, called ____________.
What is Genre.
100
first, then, finally and after are all transition words that show which type of text structure
What is Sequental order or Chronological order
100
Bethune was the first black woman to head a federal agency. What does the word head mean in that sentence.
What is to lead.
200
Pull the lever for Tom Lambert- a shining hopr for a better tomorrow.
What is Slanted Words or Glittering Generalities.
200
What is the root word for "ASTONISHMENT?"
What is astonishment
200
"Yes," he said, " it's me!" "Where have you been?" Tommy asked. "I have been lost in the woods for 9 days!" Beau said. This is an example of ____________.
What is Dialogue.
200
Remove all the bedding from the bed Put the fitted sheet on and then the flat sheet Put the blanket and pillows on the bed Put on the bedspread This is an example of which type of text structure?
What is Procedural order or Orders in a process
200
He explained that flies had consumed all the milk. A word that means the same as consumed is: a. spilled b. drank c. spoiled d. moved
What is drank.
300
Their candy is suppose to make your teeth fresher and whiter but it doesn't. Zippy gum does!!
What is air and rebut.
300
Which suffix means one who does something.
What is -er or -or
300
Love, friendship, bravery, loneliness, greed and loyalty are all types of: A. Genre B. Moods C. Themes D. Points of View
What is Theme.
300
Many caves contain formations called stalacites and stalagmites. They are similar in some ways. They both are formed by deposits of calcium. They are also different in some ways. Stalactities form on the roofs of caves and stalagmites form on the floors of the cave. Which text structure is seen here?
What is Compare and Contrast
300
When a player used a plectrum instead of his or her fingers, the music was considered even more beautiful. Based on the context clues, what does plectrum mean?
What is something used to play music.
400
All truckers are nasty and snaggle-toothed men.
What is stereotyping
400
Which word from below has a suffix? a. devastating b. settle c. militia d. holiday
What is devastating
400
It was our first night in a new apartment. I thought the place was creepy. When I finally drifted off to slee, I had a nightmare about a squeaking ghost following me. Which point of view is this passage written in?
What is first person.
400
The deep red sun was setting behind the old hills, throwing long shadows across the land. Tom stood in a glowing field, his blue eyes reflecting the day's last light. Which text structure is shown here:
What is Description or Descriptive
400
Like many others, she believed that African Americans deserved equitable treatment. Based on the clues, what does the word equitable mean?
What is fair.
500
He is still a "good ole boy" who drives a truck and works every day. Please vote, Bill Murray for president.
What is plain folks.
500
What does the word transporting mean based on its affixes?
What is carrying from one place to another.
500
The conflict, rising action, climax and resolution are all part of the ___________.
What is plot.
500
Stephanie was filling out some forms and her children were arguing loudly in the other room. Her husband was also banging on the pipes under the sink. Her head was pounding, and she couldn't concentrate. Finally, she stood up and yelled, "Everyone please be quiet!" Which text structure is seen here?
What is cause and effect.
500
In 1932, the school Bethune created, merged with nearby Cookman Institute and is now known as Bethune-Cookman College. Based on the context clues, what does the word merged mean?
What is joined.
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