Essays 1
The foundation of an essay, which the entire essay is setting out to prove correct
thesis
the amount of paragraphs in a standard essay
5
What is Baby Yoda's real name?
Grogu
Who is the most followed person on TikTok?
@khaby.lame
In literature, what is the name of the literary device where contradictory terms are combined to create a paradoxical effect, such as "jumbo shrimp" or "bittersweet"?
Oxymoron
The L in PEEL
Link/linking
body paragraphs follow this format/structure
PEEL
What animal can be seen on the Porsche logo?
Horse
Who named their son X Æ A-12?
Elon Musk
What is the term for a literary device where the narrator or character expresses one idea but means something entirely different, often used to create tension or reveal underlying themes?
Dramatic Irony
Using personal connections to support your thesis
text to self
You cannot score over a 3 for organization on the PAT unless you have a...
uniting metaphor or symbol.
How many minutes are in one week?
10,080
How many Harry Potter books and movies are there?
7 books and 8 movies
What is the literary device that involves the use of a word that resembles the sound it denotes, such as "hiss" or "murmur"?
Onomatopoeia
Using evidence from other texts as support for your thesis
text to text
Using a real life/global connection as support
text to world
How many stars are in our solar system?
1
Name a neutral country during WWII
Sweden, Switzerland, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Turkey, Yemen, Saudi Arabia and Afghanistan, Andorra, Monaco, Liechtenstein, San Marino and Vatican City
What is the name of the literary device where an object, person, or situation represents something abstract, often conveying deeper meanings or themes within the text?
Symbolism
The 4 parts of a conclusion as taught by Mr. Turner
Restate thesis, 3 ways you proved it, biggest takeaway, clever ending (multiple ways)
the 4 parts of an intro as taught by Mr. Turner
Hook, Context, Thesis, How you will prove the thesis
What are the five Great Lakes?
Erie, Huron, Ontario, Superior, Michigan
In what year was the United States Declaration of Independence signed?
1776
Which literary device involves the use of an exaggeration or overstatement for emphasis or rhetorical effect, often used to evoke strong emotions or create vivid imagery?
Hyperbole