Vocab Words
Pick a vocab word to fill in the blank:
If a person is drinking while driving a police office might ask them if they are_______________.
intoxicated
Give one example of an argumentative phrase.
Others may argue...
After seeing the evidence we know that...
etc.
Give 3 examples of cautionary words or phrases.
Stop, watch out, prevent, be aware of, beware, take caution, etc.
What are 3 synonyms for the word "pro"?
Advantages, Strengths, Positives
What is our galaxy called?
The milky way.
Does this sentence use the word "outweigh" correctly?
The outweigh of there being a snow day next week is low.
No, it should be likelihood.
Rewrite this sentence to include an argumentative phrase.
In my opinion, going past the speed limit is not a good idea.
Some people may argue that going past the speed limit is okay, but in reality it is not a good idea.
Write an example of an argumentative sentence stem.
While __________, __________
Some people say_________, but______
According to the text,________
(there are other answers as well)
What are 3 synonyms for "con"?
Disadvantages, Drawbacks, Negatives
Name two dinosaurs.
Answers will vary...
Use the word fatal in a sentence.
The car crash was fatal.
Rewrite the sentence with correct grammar:
some peple think that drinking and driving are not a big deal but police say otherwise
Some people think that drinking and driving IS not a big deal, but police say otherwise.
What are the cautionary words in this sentence?
While some believe marijuana to be healthy, doctors strongly warn that it is not.
Strongly warn
What is the difference between opponent and proponent?
Opponent is someone who is AGAINST something.
Proponent is someone who is FOR something.
Seeweed
What is a synonym for the word detrimental?
harmful
damaging
(there are other answers)
Rewrite the sentence so that it has correct grammar AND commas are placed correctly.
According to a article underage drinking is not a good idea.
According to some teachers, underage drinking is not a good idea.
Use cautionary language in a sentence about guns.
Example: Stop using guns, they are extremely dangerous!
Use the word "for" in a sentence AS A PRO WORD.
Example: Those who are for a four day school week think that less school days will help teachers feel prepared.
How many inches of snow has Denver gotten (so far) this year?
(closest answer will get the points)
39.2 inches
Write a sentence using the words "motivate" and "binge."
Something that motivates teenagers to binge drink is wanting to fit in.
Write two sentences about marijuana use using at least one argumentative phrase.
Some teenagers might wonder if smoking pot is a good idea. After seeing the evidence, we know that it is not.
Use cautionary language AND an argumentative sentence stem in one sentence.
EX:
While some believe smoking marijuana it is healthy, doctors strongly warn that it is not.
Use a compare and contrast word AND a synonym of pro or con in 1-2 sentences.
Some believe the drawbacks of alcohol exceed the benefits, although, others disagree.
When is the first day of Spring this year?
March 20th