Critical Reading
What are some methods for using 'Crtitical Reading Techniques'? (Name 3)
Underlining, highlighting, brackets, marginal notes
What is the first part of an essay that grabs the reader’s attention called?
The introduction or hook
Identify the subject in this sentence: "The students in the library are studying."
Students
This word means “personal property” and was often used to describe enslaved people in legal terms.
Chattel
This snack is famous for “popping” and is a favorite while watching movies.
Popcorn
When a reader asks, “What is the author’s purpose?” they are trying to identify what?
The reason the author wrote the text — to inform, persuade, entertain, or explain.
What is the sentence in your introduction that states your main claim or argument?
Thesis statement
Which is correct: “Their going to the park” or “They’re going to the park”?
They’re going to the park
To feel intense dislike or disgust for someone or something.
Loathe
This popular social media app is known for short videos, dance challenges, and viral trends.
TikTok
If a reader asks, “Whose perspective is represented and whose might be missing?” what critical reading skill are they practicing?
Identifying bias or analyzing point of view.
Claim + 3 reasons (support)
Fix the run-on sentence:
“I like to write essays I also enjoy editing.”
“I like to write essays, and I also enjoy editing.” OR “I like to write essays. I also enjoy editing.”
This word refers to a spoken word, statement, or vocal expression.
Utterance
This day of the week is named after the Norse god Thor.
Thursday
What does it mean to distinguish between explicit and implicit meaning in a text?
Explicit meaning is directly stated, while implicit meaning is implied and must be inferred.
Where are concise sentences and transitional sentences placed in an essay?
A concise sentence is the topic sentence (1st sentence of a body paragraph)
A transitional sentence is the last sentence in a body paragraph.
Which sentence uses a semicolon correctly?
A) I have a big test tomorrow; I can’t go out tonight.
B) I have a big test tomorrow; and I can’t go out tonight.
A — I have a big test tomorrow; I can’t go out tonight.
To awaken from sleep, stir up, or cause to become active.
Rouse
This popular board game asks you to buy properties like Boardwalk and Park Place.
Monopoly
When readers evaluate how well evidence supports the author's claim, what skill are they practicing?
Analyzing and evaluating arguments/evidence
What is an argumentative essay?
An argumentative essay presents a clear claim, supported by facts and evidence, to persuade readers to accept a particular point of view on a debatable topic.
Identify the error in this sentence:
“Each of the students are responsible for turning in their homework.”
Subject-verb agreement error. Correct: “Each of the students is responsible for turning in their homework.”
Bonus Round: Use all four words in a single, historically accurate sentence about Douglass’ experience.
“Douglass wrote that the master treated him as mere chattel, a condition he grew to loathe, and through every utterance of truth he hoped to rouse others to fight against slavery.”
In Roblox, players can create and explore different worlds. The in-game currency is called this.
Robux