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3.10 Skills Test Review

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Question 1

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A writer’s reason for or intent in writing. May be to amuse the reader, to persuade the reader, to inform the reader, etc.

Question 2

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The message/moral an author is trying to get across to the reader

Question 3

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The writer or speaker presents him or herself to the audience as credible, trustworthy, honest and ethical.

Question 4

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The writer attempts to appeal to readers’ emotions and feelings.

Question 5

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The writer appeals to the readers’ sense of what is logical. An argument based on facts, evidence and reason.

Question 6

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Parts of an Arugment

Claim
Counterclaim
Rebuttal/refutation
Reasons
Evidence

Explains why the opposing side is wrong.
Your argument/thesis statement.
Facts to back up your reasons.
Your purpose for making the argument. The why.
State the opinion of the opposing side.

Question 7

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Using language that attracts the 5 senses using very descriptive language

Question 8

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Making a comparison without using like or as

Question 9

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Making a comparison using like or as

Question 10

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Giving a non-human object human characteristics

Question 11

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A brief and indirect reference to a person, place, thing or idea of historical, cultural, literary or political significance

Question 12

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What is the answer to #7 of the review practice questions?

Question 13

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What is the answer to #11 of the review practice questions?

Question 14

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What is the answer to #17 of the review practice questions?

Question 15

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Bonus point: Which text from American Lit does the excerpt in question #18 of the review allude to?