Greek/Latin Roots Affixes
Read the sentence below.
"The dancer spun gracefully across the stage."
The word gracefully comes from the Latin root gratia meaning “pleasing quality” and full meaning “having or characterized by.” Based on this information, what does gracefully mean as it is used in the sentence?
a) in a pitiful way
b) in a unified way
c) in a compassionate way
d) in a respectful and elegant way
d) in a respectful and elegant way
What is an argument?
Expresses an opinion or point of view about a debatable topic and consists of a claim supported by reasons and evidence.
What is pathos?
Appealing to someone's emotions.
What does author's purpose mean?
An author's reason for writing.
Read the below sentence:
"Her nervousness about the big test foreshadowed the poor grade she would receive."
The prefix, "fore-" means before. Based on this information, what does foreshadow mean?
a) a flashback to an earlier event in a text
b) a technique where the author gives subtle hints or clues about future plot developments
c) a spoiler told by the narrator at the beginning of the story
d) a description of the setting
b) a technique where the author gives subtle hints or clues about future plot developments
What is a claim?
The writer's or speaker's position on a debatable issue or problem.
What is logos?
Appealing to someone's logic.
What does author's perspective mean?
The author's attitude toward a topic or subject.
Read the sentence below:
"With a lot of practice, she was able to conquer the difficult math problems."
The word conquer includes the Latin root word “quaerere”, which means “to seek or gain”. Which of the following would be the best definition for conquer?
a) to lose power or influence
b) to secure or obtain control
c) to relinquish dominance or rule
d) to do something with minimal effort
b) to secure or obtain control
What are reasons?
Explanations or justifications for the claim and answer the question, "why does the writer or speaker believe in their claim?"
What is ethos?
Appealing to credibility or shared beliefs/values.
A chapter in your science textbook explains how clouds are formed and the different types of precipitation. What is the author's purpose?
to inform
Read the following sentence:
"Despite the huge crowd and pressure, the goalie remained unflappable."
The suffix, "-un" means not. Based on this, which word has the most similar meaning to unflappable?
a) fair
b) wonderful
c) unforgettable
d) confident
d) confident
What is evidence?
acts, statistics, numerical data, quotes, examples, anecdotes, and expert opinions that support a claim.
What is a rhetorical appeal?
A writing or speaking technique that helps make an argument more persuasive.
A flyer in the hallway tells you to vote for Maya for Student Council and lists three reasons why she is the best choice. What is the author's purpose?
to persuade
Read the below sentence:
"After Sarah's dog ran away, her empathetic friend sat with her in silence, understanding her sadness without needing to ask any questions."
What is the meaning of the word empathetic as used in this excerpt?
a) forgiving of other people
b) making others feel better about themselves
c) understanding another person’s emotional state
d) being honest but close minded to other’s feelings
c) understanding another person’s emotional state
Why do arguments include a counterclaim/counterargument?
To acknowledge that the other side exists but to prove that the author's side is stronger with reasons and evidence.
A device writers use to make their argument appeal to readers.
A poem about the beauty of a sunset and the feelings it evokes. What is the author's purpose?
to entertain