Figurative Language
Her heart was like a block of ice.
Simile
Prominently
The conclusion went virtually unchallenged for 50 years and it is still featured prominently in many psychology and anthropology textbooks.
with an important role; to a large extent:
stands out
The Centers for Disease Control recommends getting a flu vaccine each fall
Ethos
What does to compare and contrast mean?
Look for similarities and differences
What is a hook?
The first sentence of an intro to grab the reader's attention.
He was a lion in the fight.
Metaphor
Bizarre
According to Freud the unconscious mind had bizarre dreams, hazy memories, and impolite impulses which affect how he behaved.
Strange or unusual
Jordan is better than LeBron James because he's won 6 championships and LeBron has only won 3.
Logos
Listing something by the dates and times is what type of text structure?
Chronological Order
The first sentence of a body paragraph that introduces the main idea of the paragraph.
Topic Sentence
The wind whistled through the halls of the school.
Personification
Sedately
Premila followed more sedately and told me she would never do that in front of the other kids again.
To do while calm and quiet
Since my little brother has to start school before me, I should let him shower first.
Logos
How do authors use cause and effect text structure?
To explain how one event leads to another
Quotes, facts, or reasons pulled from a source or text.
Evidence
I repeated the directions a million times! Over and over!
Hyperbole/Exaggeration
Circumspect
Some people more circumspect took shelter in the basements of big hotels well known for their safety.
cautious and unwiling to take risks
Millions of children are starving every day in Africa. Won't you donate to help the children?
Pathos
What type of text tries to persuade the reader to agree with them?
Argumentative
What is a claim?
Your answer to the prompt
Your stance on the topic.
The beautiful brown bunny ate black beans.
Alliteration
Euphoria
We were in the midst of shopping euphoria, when suddenly... BOOM!
intense nearly overwhelming happiness
Many psychiatrists say that smoking can increase schizophrenia in teens.
Ethos
Describe Expository writing.
Informational, teaching you something, presenting the facts.
What is commentary?
Connecting the evidence to the claim or topic sentence.
Explaining your evidence.
Elaboration.