Unit 1 Argument Analysis revision

What is a contention?

• The writer's main point of view on the issue

• A nothing

• The topic that the piece is about

• A smaller point made by the writer

What is an issue?

• The writer's opinion on the topic

• The topic or problem that the piece is about

• A smaller point made by the writer

• The writer's feeling about the topic

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

When is it appropriate to give your own opinion on the issue?

• In the introduction only

• In the conclusion only

• Never

• In the introduction and conclusion

When analysing the intended effect of a device, you should:

• Explain what the writer is trying to make readers think/feel and why

• Re-state the textbook definition of the device

• Explain how the device made you feel

• Explain whether you agree or disagree with how the device was used

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Which of these is not a type of appeal?

• Extrinsic (for the good of others)

• Intrinsic (for your own benefit)

• Emotional (appeals to the heart)

• Logical (appeals to the mind)

• Technical (appeals to the use of proper words)

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the purpose of a conclusion in a comparative argument analysis essay?

• Give your own opinion on the issue

• Make overall comparisons between the pieces

• Talk about each piece separately

• Introduce a lot of new information

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Which one of these is NOT a comparison word/phrase?

• On the other hand

• Whereas

• Similarly

• Furthermore

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

What is an argument (in Argument Analysis)?

• A fight between two people

• The writer's overall point of view on the issue

• A point made by the writer to support their contention

• The issue or problem that is being discussed

How many marks are allocated for the Argument Analysis SACs in Year 11 and 12?

• 20

• 30

• 40

• 50

A story from the writer's own life is called:

• Personal anecdote

• Anecdote

• Storytelling

• Rhetorical question

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8