Vocabulary 1
large in amount or number; more than enough
What is Abundant
When writing your content assessment target task, what are the 5 steps you MUST include?
Restate Claim
Context
Evidence
Analysis
Conclusion
What is the definition of Culpable?
deserving of blame; at fault
What is Denounce?
speak out against
working against mainstream values, expectations, or authority; radical
What is Subversive
Extreme physical or mental suffering
What is Agony
How should you narrow down your multiple choice questions when taking your content assessment
1. Read the question
2. Use process of elimination
2. GO back to the text
What is the definition of Uprising
a rebellion or revolt
What is the difference between conviction, resolve, and resolution?
Conviction: determination; strong belief
Resolve: strong determination to do something
Resolution: a firm decision to do or not to do something
What is the definition of Crusade?
an organized campaign concerning a political, social, or religious issue, typically motivated by a strong desire for change
What is Burden
What is the Main Idea of a text?
The main idea is the point or message - what an author presents and what a reader takes from a text
something that is believed to be wrong or unfair that may cause people to complain
What is Grievance
What is the topic of Unit 2?
1. Advocating for change
2. Uprising/Rebelling against
3. Wanting better working conditions/payment/safety
unity of feeling or action, especially among individuals with a common interest
What is Solidarity
intense hatred
What is Contempt
What does it mean for people to have a "difference in perspective?"
Perspective refers to an individual's point of view or way of looking at a situation or event. A difference in perspective means individuals have different views of looking at a situation or event.
What is the definition of Marvel?
something that is wonderful or astonishing
Write the exact definitions for: Tragedy, Tainted, Inferno.
Tragedy: A very sad event
Tainted: Contaminated, Spoiled, Damaged
Inferno: A large fire that is dangerously out of control
Which words are closets synonyms?
a. esteem; dishonor
b. disgrace; shame
c. logic; honesty
What is disgrace; shame
determination; strong belief
What is Conviction
What does it mean when a question asks you select what "BEST" supports your answer?
The questions is either asking which answer is best out of ALL regardless if another answer could also be true OR is asking for the student to decide, based on their earlier answer, which provided quote most effectively supports their argument.
BONUS X2: What is the definition of fervent and what would be an antonym for the word?
a. impassioned
b. judgmental
c. apathetic
Fervent: showing passionate intensity
Antonym: Apathetic
What are the 4 paragraphs in a full Essay?
1. Introduction
2. Body Paragraph 1
3. Body paragraph 2
4. Conclusion
What is the definition of Resolve?
strong determination to do something