Informational Text Analysis
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True or False? Logos is a persuasive writing technique that tries to convince an audience through emotions.
False
What literary genres does Cyrano employ?
Romanticism, Realism
What __ your name?
Is
What is Theme?
The main idea/message of a piece of literature
Where is a conclusion sentence located?
At the end of a paragraph
True or False?
Ethos is the style of persuasive writing that appeals to an audience by highlighting credibility.
False
How many times has Roxanne lost the only man she has ever loved?
2 times
Everyone ____ finished reading the fairy tale.
Has
What is indirect characterization?
showing character traits through actions, speech, or appearance
Kyle ate a lot of candy after lunch, so he is really hyper right now. This is an example of
Cause and effect.
What rhetorical appeal is being used?
Listerine is recommended most by dental professionals.
Ethos
What is Cyrano's direct characterization?
Best swordsman in Paris
My glasses _____ on the table this morning.
Are
What is Tone?
The meaning of “style” or “voice” in writing, possibly referring to any or all of the stylistic qualities the writing, such as formality, dialect, and atmosphere.
The cactus is a plant the thrives in the desert, It has spines which allows them to survive in the hot, dry deserts. This is an example of
Description
What rhetorical appeal is being used?
Since my little brother has to start school before me, I should let him shower first.
Logos
Why do Cyrano and Christian end up fighting in the war?
De Guiche is mad that Roxanne and Christian are married
What ____ your grade on the last test?
Was
What is man vs. man conflict?
Involves two characters struggling against each other. The conflict can manifest in different ways, from a physical altercation to irreconcilable differences in morals or beliefs
The bull shark is as fast as the cheetah under water, but on land the bull shark is useless. This is an example of
Compare and contrast.
What rhetorical appeal is being used?
Michael Jordan is better than LeBron James because Jordan won six championships and James has only won two.
Logos
What literary device/figurative language is the following: when audience expectations do not meet the reality of a character's actions
Irony
Everyone ____ decided to meet up at the park tomorrow?
Has
What is man vs. nature conflict?
When the protagonist, either alone or together with the other characters, is in direct opposition to the forces of nature. There is some event or situation in the natural world that is causing a problem