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Argumentative Writing
Informative Writing
MLA Format
Vocabulary
Figurative Language
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The part of your essay that opposes your claim.
What is the counter-claim.
100
What is the first thing you should do after reading the FSA writing prompt?
Determine whether it is informative or argumentative. Look for the words "explain" or "describe" in the writing prompt. Expository prompts direct you to write an essay that explains or describes something. This type of essay is informative, but often does not require that you make an in-depth argument or state an opinion. Other words that signal an expository writing assignment include "summarize," "clarify," or "tell about."[1] For example, "Explain camping to a person who has never camped before" is an example of an expository prompt. So is "Describe how communication has changed in the last 20 years."[2]
100
What spacing should be used in an MLA paper?
Double-Spacing.
100
What is the definition of imagery? Why should you use it?
To appeal to one's senses. To create a more vivid picture in the reader's mind and to make something more realistic.
100
What is "I am so tired, I could sleep for a year."
What is a hyperbole.
200
What is the first sentence of your introduction called and what is the purpose of it?
The Hook, to catch the reader's attention.
200
What should each body paragraph contain in an argumentative essay?
A main point, evidence supporting the main point, an explanation of the evidence, and then a transition to the next paragraph.
200
What does MLA stand for?
Modern Language Arts.
200
What is a thesis statement?
a short statement, usually one sentence, that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay, research paper, etc., and is developed, supported, and explained in the text by means of examples and evidence.
200
What is "The branches bowed to the ground."
What is personification.
300
What is a Thesis Statement?
A thesis statement is the author's main claim. It is the main idea of the whole essay.
300
This is how the reader can tell where your new paragraph begins.
What is an indent.
300
Name what goes in the top left and top right of an MLA paper.
John Doe Doe, 1 Theran Goodale English II March 3rd, 2017
300
What is a rebuttal?
An attempt to contradict or disprove an argument by offering a counter argument or countervailing proof.
300
What is "Eek! I saw a mouse!"?
What is an onomatopoeia.
400
What is Is the following an example of a strong or weak thesis statement? Explain why. Dogs are fantastic pets because they are loyal, easy to train, and friends to the whole family.
The example is a strong thesis because it gives the author's position (dogs are fantastic pets), gives 3 supporting reasons (why dogs are fantastic pets), and is written in formal writing style (3rd person, no slang, no abbreviations, no contractions).
400
What is the purpose of an informative essay?
To inform the reader on a given topic without being biased.
400
How must you cite the quote if you are using something from that author for the first time?
What is use the author's last name and page number in parentheses?
400
Name the parts of a conclusion.
-Restatement of your thesis in new words. -Summary of your points thus far. -Strong concluding statement.
400
What is "Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers"?
What is an alliteration.
500
What is the second body paragraph going to be about based on this introduction? "Why do athletes train so hard? Athletes, such as LeBron James and Gabby Douglas, have to keep a healthy diet and prepare in many ways. No matter the sport, all of the best athletes practice their skills every day. To be successful, athletes must develop good habits, plan, and train hard."
The second body paragraph should be about planning for an athlete's success, based on the thesis provided.
500
In what paragraph does the author's opinion go in an informative essay?
An informative essay does not contain the author's opinion.
500
Correct This: I was walking along the street she said when I saw a cat and a dog chasing each other Smith 24
What is: "I was walking along the street," she said, "when I saw a cat and dog chasing each other" (Smith 24).
500
What is the format of a title page in MLA?
There is not a title page in MLA
500
What is "Biggie-Smalls" an example of?
What is an oxymoron/juxtaposition.