Idioms
What idiom would you use to express that you are feeling sick?
To feel under the weather.
Give the meaning of the word confidential.
Intended to be kept secret.
What is an argument essay?
Type of essay in which the author tries to convince the reader to agree with them on a certain topic.
What does APA (as in the writing style) stand for?
American Psychological Association
What idiom would you use to ask someone to get to the main point of the conversation?
Cut to the chase.
Give the meaning of the word compliant.
Inclined to agree with others or obey rules.
What is the next step after choosing a topic for an argument essay?
To think about the pros and cons.
What city is recognized as the northernmost capital city worldwide?
a) Helsinki
b) Stockholm
c) Oslo
d) Reykjavik
Answer: The city is Reykjavik.
What idiom would you use to express that someone is loyal no matter what?
Through thick and thin.
Give the meaning of the word disregard.
Pay no attention to; ignore.
How many paragraphs does an argumentative essay have? What is each paragraph about?
5 paragraphs.
Paragraph 1: Introduction
Paragraph 2: Argumment 1
Paragraph 3: Argument 2
Paragraph 4: Counterargument + refutation
Paragraph 5: Conclusion
In what year did Jimi Hendrix pass away at the age of 27?
a) 1967
b) 1969
c) 1970
d) 1971
Answer: Jimi Hendrix died in 1970.
What idiom would you use to complete the following sentence:
I drink alcohol twice a year, so just ________________!
I drink alcohol twice a year, so just once in a blue moon!
Give the meaning of the word disparaging.
Expressing the opinion that something is of little worth; derogatory.
A counterargument presents the opposing viewpoint, while a refutation explains why that viewpoint is not as strong as the original argument.
Which planet in our solar system has the most moons?
a) Jupiter
b) Saturn
c) Uranus
d) Neptune
Answer: Jupiter, in our solar system, has the most moons.