Figurative Language
What is a type of figurative language that compares two things without using the terms "like" or "as"?
Metaphor.
What types of words are only allowed in narrative writing.
First-person words.
What reading strategy is to make conclusions based on what's stated in the text?
Making inferences.
Which paragraph is the counter-claim and rebuttal usually located in?
3rd paragraph.
Cats are good pets because they're cool and i like them.
Not a good thesis because the reasons are not factual, capitalization is not on-point, and there needs to be 3 reasons.
What is the type of figurative language that uses formations of a word from a sound to mimic what it sounds like? (ex. "BOOM!", "CRASH!")
Onomatopoeia.
When writing an essay, you should always do this before turning it in.
Read and look over your paragraphs, and check for spelling errors.
Visualizing
How many sentences does a thesis usually contain?
1, there is only one.
PS4 is superior to Xbox because the quality is better, it has a wider variety of games, and its controller is easier to use.
This is a good thesis because it clearly states the reason that PS4 is better and it's a complete sentence.
What type of figurative language uses large amounts of exaggeration?
Hyperbole.
What is the purpose of an expository essay?
To inform readers on a specific topic.
Stating what happened inside the text in a shortened and rephrased version.
Summarizing.
What is an argumentative essay?
An essay trying to get a biased point across.
Harry Potter is not a good young adult series because the writing is confusing, the storyline is bland, and the characters have no depth.
This is a good thesis because it includes three reasons and it is composed of one sentence.
What figurative language compares two things using the words "like" or "as"?
Simile.
Which type of writing argues when two sides are present?
Argumentative.
The reading strategy of using information that you already know and plugging it into what's being said inside the text.
How many sentences are in a paragraph.
Seven.
Red Dead Redemption 2 is the best game because i really like the characters and i like the company that made it.
This isn't an example of a thesis because proper grammar isn't put in place, the reasons aren't valid, and there aren't enough reasons.
What form of figurative language uses well known phrases such as "I'm on cloud 9!"
Idioms.
Which aspect of writing usually includes rhymes and many forms of figurative language to form images in the readers mind?
Poems.
When you ask yourself about what's happening inside the passage and why it matters.
Questioning
How many reasons does a thesis need?
3 reasons.
I think dogs are a better pet choice than cats because of their countless amounts of affection they can give, they can help improve mental health, and can help people get more active.
Although everything is fine, the "I" at the beginning messed it up. Not a good thesis.