Vocabulary
What does the word "absurd" mean?
crazy, unfathomable
What does C.E.R. stand for?
Claim, evidence, and reasoning
What does the counterclaim "do"?
Acknowledges the opposite opinion of yours
What is the plural for the word "Piano"?
Pianos
How old is Charlie?
37
What does it meant to "despise" something?
To hate it
What is a claim?
The writers "stance"; a way to answer the question
If somebody were to repeat a word or phrase multiple times for the sake of emphasis, what would you call this?
Repitition
Where is the verb: Dad lives in a big house.
lives
What did Charlie Gordon get with the first inkblot test?
Nothing, he could not see any pictures
What is "regression"?
To go backwards
Is this a claim or evidence: According to the American Health Association, peanut butter is a great source of protein.
evidence
What is it when you explain how the other side of an argument is wrong and explain why your argument is correct? (hint: starts with an R)
Rebuttal
What is the subject in the sentence: Sophia ran 4 miles in the morning
Sophia
What is the inkblot test actually called?
The Rorschach test
What does it mean to be "introspective"?
To take a figurative look at yourself
Which of the following is a correct parenthetical citation for a quote from page 6 of an article written by Lupita Kongoso?
(Kongoso 6)
Consider this claim: Pumpkin spice lattes and peppermint mochas should be available year-round, not just during the holidays. Now consider how someone might argue against this. Write a sentence that presents a strong counterclaim.
Although pumpkin spice lattes and peppermint mochas are delicious, if they were available all year, they would not be as special.
What is an adjective that describes apples?
Red, crunchy, delicious, etc
Who recommends that Charlie get the surgery?
Miss Kinnian
What does it mean to be "vacuous"
showing a lack of intelligence
What coud be a claim for the question "What is challenging about being in high school?
The challenges facing students in high school are having a lot of homework, preparing for the ACT, and figuring what you want to do when you graduate.
Consider this claim: People who wake up early are more productive than people who sleep in because waking up early allows for more time to plan and organize the day. Which sentence presents the stronger and more reasonable counterclaim?
Though some may say that people who wake up early are more productive than people who sleep all day, getting enough rest allows people to be more productive during the day because they are focused and rested.
What is the compound word in the sentence: Victoria gives a worksheet to everybody.
Worksheet
The story takes place where?
Ney York, around 1965