Literary Terms
A literary technique that involves the opposite of what you would expect.
What is irony?
Speaking rudely to the judges was rash behavior. You really hurt your chances of winning!
In the above context, what does “rash” mean?
a. an itchy skin condition
b. funny
c. trying to hide or disguise a piece of cheese
d. with little thought or consideration
What is D?
For hopeful professional football players, the prospect of being drafted can seem overwhelming because the odds are often against them. One way for players to stand out is to be in top physical condition. Potential football players have to be able to show coaches their power and abilities. Athletes have to show how strong and fast they are and should be able to show coaches and scouts the ways they can take advantage of their size. Opportunities for athletes to showcase their abilities include the 40-yard dash and the vertical jump. The vertical jump requires players to jump from a standing position and some top athletes can jump over 40 inches.
What is the central idea of
today’s passage?
a. It is difficult to get drafted as a professional football player.
b. The vertical jump is a challenging task that involves jumping after standing still.
c. Hopeful football players have to be in peak physical shape.
What is C?
central, universal message in a literary work (not explicitly stated)
What is theme?
Frogs come in many different shapes and sizes.
1. American Bullfrogs
2. Glass Frogs
3. Goliath Frogs
This outline is for which type of essay?
a. Informative/Explanatory
b. Argumentative
c. Narrative
What is A?
a style of writing requires you to outline with a plot diagram
What is a narrative?
a genre of writing that requires the student to investigate a topic; collect, generate, and evaluate evidence; and establish a position on the topic in a concise manner.
Click on two sentences that are not relevant to the student's argument and so should be deleted.
Television has become part of many people's everyday life. While there is such a thing as too much television viewing, it is not something that needs to be eliminated completely. Each year, television manufacturers and broadcast companies make new products like high-definition screens and on-demand program selection. People's lives are busier than ever. After a long day at school or on the job, people need to unwind. Watching a show can achieve the relaxation that people are looking for. A comedy or sporting event can act as entertaining stress relief. Additionally, the full schedules of most households leave little room for family time. Again, television can be the answer. A program that all family members enjoy can be one of the few times in the busy week that can be set aside to be together. News programs also provide information to stay updated on current events. When used correctly, television offers a chance for relaxing and bonding.
People's lives are busier than ever
and
Again, television can be the answer.