1st Semester Exam: Writing Section Flashcards
1
Q
What is Main Idea?
A
Is what your paragraph is mostly about
2
Q
What is Topic Sentence?
A
3
Q
What is Logos?
A
- appeal to logic
- appeals to logos good include: logic, rationality, sound, reasoning, and facts
4
Q
What is Ethos?
A
- appeal to credibility
- appeals to ethos include: authority, trustworthiness, and good will
5
Q
What is Pathos?
A
- appeal to emotions
- appeals to pathos include: emotions, beliefs, values, and passion
6
Q
What is MLA Heading?
A
Name: Marjoe Sormana
Teacher: Mrs. McGee
Assignment: English Study Guide
Date: 12/10/24
7
Q
What is Expository Writing?
A
Informational writing that explains something to the reader
8
Q
What is Context?
A
Gives the reader background info. about the topic
9
Q
What is the “R” in RACE?
A
Restate or reward the question and turn it into a statement
10
Q
What is the “A” in RACE?
A
Answer all parts of the question
11
Q
What is the “C” in RACE?
A
Tell where you found examples and details in the text
12
Q
What is the “E” in RACE?
A
Explain your response. Give evidence from the text to support you answer
