Vocab
Implicit/ Explicit Messages
Cause/ Effect
Writing/ Persuasion
Random
100
The ___________ student sat alone during lunch.
timid
100
messages that are implied
implicit
100
Molly got an F on her spelling test when she did not study her words. What is the effect?
Molly got an F on her spelling test
100
What does OREO stand for?
opinion
reasoning
example
opinion
100
how many students are in the new year 8?
14
200
To think deeply about something
ponder
200
define explicit
messages that are stated clearly and directly
200
"The raven pecked Ms. Mary's head, making her jump." What is the cause in this sentence?
The raven pecked Ms. Mary's head
200
Name 3 cohesive devices for showing an example
for example, to illustrate, for instance, such as, moreover, furthermore, similarly, besides, plus, additionally, also, etc
200
Does Ms. Abby have any pets? if so, what kind of pet?
yes- cat
300
What does the slang word "rizz" mean? Name someone who has rizz
charism, charming
300
what is the explicit message?
The cereal has fruit flavors
300
Jessica stayed up very late watching her favorite movie series, even though she had school the next day. She was so tired that she forgot to set her alarm before going to sleep. The next morning, she didn’t wake up until an hour after school had already started. She rushed to get ready, but still arrived late and missed an important quiz
what is the cause and effect?
cause- stayed up late to watch TV
effect- overslept
300
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
What is the nature of the bolded cohesive devices? (shows contrast, addition, etc)
As soon as she leaves the house, it starts raining.
Some people think video games make you lazy. On the contrary, certain games can improve problem-solving skills and teamwork.
1. sequence
2. contrast
300
This football player's number is 10
Lionnel Messi
400
Use bellowed in a well-developed sentence
definition: shouted, cried, or roared
400
what is the implicit message?
the product will make the user look 20 years younger
400
Marcus posted a funny video of his friend slipping during soccer practice on social media without asking first. At first, the post got a lot of likes and comments, but his friend was embarrassed and stopped talking to him for a few days. Marcus hadn’t meant to hurt anyone’s feelings—he just thought it was funny. Now he feels bad and isn’t sure how to fix the situation.
What is the cause and effect?
cause- Marcus posted a funny video that was embarrassing for his friend
effect- the friend was mad and didn't talk to Marcus for a few days
400
What are the 4 categories of cohesive devices
conjunction
pronouns
transitions
synonyms
400
what are 3 slang words you use in 2025?
-
500
What does the prefix "dis" mean?
not, opposite, undoing
500
Name 4 factors of implicit messages
tone of voice, facial expressions, body language, cody language, prior knowledge, word choice, social norms, relationship with conversation partner
500
explain the difference of cause and effect?
Cause- the reason for something happening
effect- result
500
Explain the difference between a fact and an opinion. Give an example of each
fact- something proven to be true. EX: The earth is round.
opinion- what someone thinks or feels. EX: English is the best subject.
500
This fast-food chain created a limited-edition perfume in Japan that smelled like their french fries
Japan