Writing + Persuasive Jeopardy

Persuasive Vocabulary

100

Essay writing should have an introduction, ______________, and a conclusion

body paragraph(s)

200

Facts, examples, or quotes that support a claim are called?

evidence

300

The main point an author is trying to prove

the claim

400

The opposing viewpoint is called the...

The opposing viewpoint

500

A response that explains why the counterclaim is weak

the rebuttal

Name the text structure

100

Structure that explains a thing thoroughly.

Description

200

Structure where an issue is explained and there are fixes also presented 

problem solution

300

 Presents similarities and differences between two ideas

Compare / contrast

400

When writing is told in order. 

sequential / chronological 

500

Shows how one event leads to another

Cause / Effect

Read the example and identify the type of text structure

100

The first step in writing an essay is to read the article. Then, you need to find evidence to support your opinion. After that, you will need to explain how your evidence supports your opinion. 

Sequence / chronological order

200

“School lunches are unhealthy. One remedy is to add more fruits and vegetables.”

Problem / solution

300

“Using phones in class creates distractions, which leads to lower grades.”

cause / effect

400

Sea turtles are unlike land turtles, they cannot retract their head or flippers into their shell. Leatherbacks are the largest, weighing up to 900 kg (2,000 lbs). They're diets vary.

description

500

Dogs and cats are both loving companions, but cats aren't as cuddly. 

Compare / contrast

Words in Context: Determine the definition.

100

The student gave a reluctant nod, clearly unsure about agreeing with the plan.

A. Unwilling

 B. Excited

 C. Confident

 D. Careless

A. Unwilling

200

The abandoned house had a dilapidated appearance, with broken windows and peeling paint.

A. Newly built

 B. Carefully decorated

 C. Falling apart

 D. Crowded

C. falling apart

300

 Her explanation was vague, leaving the class confused about what to do next.

A. Detailed

 B. Clear

 C. Unclear

 D. Creative

C. unclear

400

Despite the chaos around him, the firefighter remained composed.

A. Nervous

 B. Calm

 C. Angry

 D. Loud

B. calm

500

 The author’s implicit message about power and control is revealed through the character’s actions rather than stated directly.

A. Clearly explained

B. False

 C. Hidden but understood

 D. Unimportant

C. Hidden but understood

McNeil HS Facts

100

McNeil's HS mascot is a ______

A. Horse

B. Maverick

C. Pony

D. Clydesdale

B. Maverick

200

The principal at McNeil is....

Dr. Eagleton

300

The Associate Principal at McNeil HS is...

Mr. Edwards

400

McNeil HS was established in...

A. 1975

B. 1985

C. 1992

D. 2003

C. 1992

500

Name the five other schools that make up Round Rock ISD's high schools. 

Cedar Ridge, Stony Point, Round Rock, Westwood, Success, Early College.