Vocabulary 1
Which of the following situations best illustrates the meaning of yearning?
A return to work after taking a lunch break
The celebration of an achievement which took long and patient effort
The longing for springtime in the depths of a icy winter
The increase in speed of a runner after she checks the time
The celebration of an achievement which took long and patient effort
An analogy that incorrectly connects two things based on other shared
false analogy
The forming of a word (as “buzz” or “hiss”) in imitation of a natural sound.
hyperbole universal theme onomatopoeia ethos
onomatopoeia
Content or structural elements using logic or reasoning.
bias pathos myth logos
logos
Are you the type of camper who enjoys the outdoors or are you an indoor camper?
problem and solution compare and contrast
descriptive
compare and contrast
What is the meaning of the word idly in the following sentence?
Savannah gazed idly out the window.
In a cheerful, happy way
In a lazy, passive way
In a concentrated, fierce way
In a puzzled, confused way
In a lazy, passive way
An attack on or criticism of someone’s character rather than the logic or content of the argument.
ad hominem
Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
logos hyperbole euphemism idiom
hyperbole
Time, place, and its influence on outcome (setting, opportunity or timeliness).
universal theme ethos kairos concession
kairos
Imagine a peaceful location surrounded b trees, a running brook, and the crunch of pine needles.
sequence descriptive cause and effect
descriptive
Which is the best definition of adversary as it is used in the following sentence? "The sailors' biggest adversary was the wind."
opponent or enemy
friend or ally
guide or indication
puzzle or mystery
opponent or enemy
A tactic that is used to distract from an argument by avoiding key issues or ignoring opposing views.
red herring
An argument or set of reasons put forward to oppose an idea or theory developed in another argument.
counterargument parallel universal theme kairos
counterargument
How the character or speaker portrays himself through words (credibility or trustworthiness).
ethos rebuttal counterargument pathos
ethos
Begin by gathering firewood, then dig a small hole. Place the wood into a pit.
Problem and Solution Cause and Effect
Sequence
Sequence
In which circumstances is a person most likely to be entranced?
when watching a beautiful sunset
when hearing a window break in a storm
when looking for a lost wallet
when saying goodbye to old friends
when watching a beautiful sunset
The use of an argument’s conclusion as a premise for proving the argument (assuming what it is attempting to prove).
circular reasoning
An expression that cannot be understood from the meanings of its separate words but must be learned as a whole.
euphemism hyperbole idiom counterargument
idiom
Elements of language designed to play to the emotional sensitivities, to incite agreement or action.
bias prejudices pathos logos
pathos
If you don't have the right gear then your trip may end more quickly then you expected.
Compare and Contrast Cause and Effect
Sequence
Cause and Effect
If someone performs an act of supplication, which of these must be true?
The person confidently states a request.
The person loudly makes a demand.
The person darkly suggests a threat.
The person humbly begs a favor.
the person humbly begs a favor
The oversimplification of and subsequent attack on the viewpoint of another or the misrepresentation of the viewpoint of another.
strawman
The use of similar grammatical patterns creating rhythm and emphasis for words to go together.
onomatopoeia idiom euphemism parallel
parallel
A question asked in order to create a dramatic effect or to make a point rather than to get an answer.
rebuttal kairos rhetorical question bias
rhetorical question
Bring ready-to-eat meals which do not require water or heat. Pack layers of clothing so you don't get too cold.
Descriptive Problem and Solution
Sequence
Problem and Solution