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Rhetorical Analysis
Synthesis
MCQ
Argument
100

What is the acronym for an RA essay outline?

S.P.A.C.E.C.A.T

100

What types of sources can you expect to see in a synthesis prompt?

Graphs, Cartoons, Texts

100

How many questions are in an MCQ?

45

100

What types of argument prompts are there?

Open argument, Quote, Multiple Quote analysi, Find a claim, Current event

200

What should you include in your introduction?

Context about the speaker, choices used to convey their message

200

How does the synthesis introduction differ from the other essays?

Does not have speaker context, just hook, bridge, and thesis 

200

How should you look for the right answer?

Process of elimination 

200

What does P.O.E stand for?

Personal, Observational, Educational 

300

What is the common term used to address the prompt context in RA?

Task and Conquer 

300
How many sources do you need within your essay?
Four different sources to support your claim; can be repeated, but must have at least four distinct ones.
300

What should you look for while reading the passages?

Main idea of the passage 

300

What does your introduction need if it is not in the thesis?

Context about the argument prompts/quote

400

What are the three main rhetorical choices?

Logos, Ethos, Pathos

400

What is the structure of a counterclaim?

acknowledge other side, evidence, rebuttal, and evidence

400

In the grammar section, what is the best way to choose your answer?

Look for what the question is specifically asking or see what answer choice makes more sense in answering the question
400

What is important to keep in mind when using P.O.E?

Do not over rely on one type of evidence 

500

What is the most important step in your body paragraphs?

Tying back the evidence to the commentary: So what?
500
What are the three different ways of sourcing?

(Source A), (A), (Author’s Name)

500

Should you analyze the passage first before reading the question? Why?

Yes, analyzing the passage allows you to truly look for what the questions are asking 

500

Worst case scenario, if you do not have another piece of evidence, what can you do?

Make up a study, but make it sound believable and make sure it aligns with your prompt