Active/Passive
Identify the voice: "The dog chased the cat."
Active Voice
Name a text type that tries to convince the reader of something.
Persuasive
Which appeal uses emotion to persuade?
Pathos
Identify the voice: "The homework was completed by Sarah."
Passive Voice
This text type explains how to do something or how something works.
Expository
Which appeal uses logic, facts, or statistics?
Logos
Change to active: "The cookies were eaten by the children."
The children ate the cookies.
Identify the text type: "In this essay, I will prove why school uniforms should be banned using statistics and student opinions."
Persuasive
Which appeal builds trust or credibility?
Ethos
Change to passive: "The teacher praised the student."
The student was praised by the teacher.
Which text type explains a process, like how to build a bookshelf or install software?
Technical
Identify the appeal: “As a doctor with 20 years of experience, I can tell you this medicine works.”
Ethos
Explain the difference between active and passive voice.
Active voice has the subject doing the action; passive voice has the subject receiving the action
Identify the text type: “This article explains the causes and effects of climate change using facts and research.”
Expository
Identify the appeal: “Every day, thousands of animals are left in shelters—cold, hungry, and alone. You can help.”
Pathos