The Outsiders
Writers Effect
News Article
Editorials
Persuasive Language
100

Who did the boys meet in the Nightly Double while watching the movie?

Sherry & Marcia

100

What are some common techniques writers use to create writer’s effect? (List out 3)

Using imagery, figures of speech, mood created, metaphors, similes.

100

list the 5 Ws in this paragraph:

Two US spacecraft launched to the Moon today(27 February 2025) from Florida’s Cape Canaveral, on their way to hunt for water that scientists think exists at the lunar south pole. What the craft find could have big ramifications for NASA’s plans to send astronauts to this part of the Moon in the coming years.

(yes this is a real news from https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-025-00597-z )

Who - US spacecraft

What - launched to moon to find water

Where - florida’s cape canaveral

When - 27 February 2025

Why - Scientists think water exists at the lunar south pole, which could impact NASA’s plans for future astronaut missions.

100

What is editorial?/ What is the purpose of it?

A newspaper or magazine article that gives the opinions of the editors or publishers / an expression of opinion that resembles such an article.


100

 Name out 3 main types of persuasive language technique and explain what they appeal


Ethos refers to persuasion based on the credibility or authority of the speaker.

Pathos refers to persuasion based on emotion.

Logos refers to persuasion based on logic or reason.


200

Ponyboy’s full name?

Ponyboy Michael Curtis

200

 What is the purpose of the writer's effect ?

The purpose of a writer's effect is to enhance the reader's emotional engagement and understanding by using literary devices that evoke imagery, explore themes, develop characters, and create mood.

200

 What are the basic elements in a news article? List out 3 and talk about its effects/use.

Headline: A concise title that summarizes the main point of the article.

Lead: The opening paragraph that answers the who, what, when, where, why, and how of the story.

Body: Detailed information that expands on the lead, providing context, quotes, and supporting details.

Attribution: Sources of information, including quotes from witnesses, experts, or officials, to lend credibility.

Conclusion: A closing statement that wraps up the article, often providing a final thought or call to action.

200

What are the key elements or features that make an editorial persuasive and effective? (give at least five examples)

Clear position, Ethos, Logos, Pathos, Persuasive language, balanced viewpoint, rhetorical devices or other reasonable responses

200

How do logos make arguments stronger?

Logos use facts and clear reasoning to support ideas, making arguments easier to understand and more convincing.

300

Who was Dally’s rodeo partner?

Buck Merril

300

Explain the writer's effects in this poem. 

“Had I not seen the Sun

I could have borne the shade

But Light a newer Wilderness

My Wilderness has made—”



Had I not seen the "Sun"

I could have borne the "shade"

But "Light" a newer "Wilderness"

My "Wilderness" has made—”

300

What makes this a good and bad title for a newspaper : "The Great Escape: Freedom or Folly?"

Good : piques curiosity

           Short sentence

Bad : not specific

          Potentially misleading 



300

Convince Mr.Weber to give you these point using pathos

Mr.Weber decides

300

How does ethos help an author convince readers in difficult arguments?


Ethos builds trust and credibility, making complex arguments more convincing and easier for readers to accept.


400

What does sodapop like with his eggs?

Grape jelly and chocolate cake

400

Find 2 or more  writer's effects in this paragraph:

As the sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and purple, a gentle breeze whispered through the trees, carrying the sweet scent of blooming jasmine. The world felt suspended in time, a serene moment that wrapped around her like a soft, warm blanket. Yet, beneath the tranquility lay a restless heart, pounding with unspoken dreams and unfulfilled promises, each beat echoing in the silence of the approaching night.

Imagery: "hues of orange and purple," "sweet scent of blooming jasmine”

Metaphor: The heart "pounding with unspoken dreams" 

400

What are the 5 word play devices?

Puns, Malapropism, Homophones, Alliteration, Anagrams

400

What does this passage mainly consist of (3 elements of persuasion)?

Fashion is a powerful reflection of our identity and values, evoking a sense of belonging as we admire the latest trends. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the fashion industry drives economic growth, contributing over $2.5 trillion globally and creating millions of jobs. consumers, we have a responsibility to choose ethically; supporting sustainable brands allows us to align our purchases with our values. In this way, fashion transcends superficiality, becoming a meaningful expression of who we are and what we stand for.

Pathos

Gives sense of belonging, contribution to society, responsibility and expressions like "transcends superficiality," can cause readers to feel a sense of value and identity 

(if yall are asking for why persuasion is in editorial it is because editorial is a opinion piece of writing based on newspaper and persuasion is use to make the personal opinion more impactful)


400

How does combining ethos, pathos, and logos create a more effective persuasive message?

Mr Weber decides

500

How many Stitches did Two-bits get after the rumble and where?

4 on his cheek and 7 on his knuckle, 11 in total.

500

Where is/are the writer’s effect(s) in these lyrics?(Song)

0:36 to 0:44 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7JkEdS5fJM 

And all the "pressure" is leaving me "tired and drained",

I tie a "mussel" tight to cover my heart, 

to keep the mind in "check" , my words "under bars",

 but every "corpse-like sound" is "screaming" to break from these "chains".

500

Make a good title using this information:

Urban gardening is a growing practice among city dwellers and community organizations, focusing on cultivating vegetables, herbs, and flowers in limited spaces like rooftops and balconies. Usually done during the growing season, it can also be practiced indoors year-round. This movement enhances sustainability, food security, and urban beauty while promoting mental well-being.

Mr Weber decides >:]

500

Make a first body paragraph about if you support ai art and justify it, other student may refute and give their reason why they disagree with the person speaking (be civil about it), 

Whole class decide , no bias and the person who gets the whole/most of the class to agree to their reason will be able to get the 500 point.   (Every team for themself or “every man for themself”, ehe) Mr Weber can also join

Whole class decide

500

Find the persuasive language, ethos, logos, and pathos in the article below, and explain what the author wants to convince us?

Climate change is an urgent issue that demands immediate action. As a climate scientist, I've seen alarming evidence of rising global temperatures leading to more natural disasters, which threaten agriculture, health, and economies. For instance, a family I encountered lost their home to flooding, highlighting the real human cost of inaction. We must unite—individuals and policymakers alike—to implement sustainable practices and protect our planet for future generations. The time to act is now.

Climate change is an "urgent issue" that demands immediate action. "As a climate scientist", I've seen alarming evidence of "rising global temperatures leading to more natural disasters",...