FREE AND STUDY GAMES ABOUT ENGLISH UNIT 8 EXAM

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FREE AND STUDY GAMES ABOUT ENGLISH UNIT 8 EXAM

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-Guarantee passing score -54 Questions and Answers -format set of multiple-choice -Expert-Verified Explanation Question 1: reasoning that starts with a premise, and then gives a specific situation and derives a conclusion based on the premise and the situation

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deductive reasoning Question 2: What is an example of a controversial topic not discussed in this Lesson?

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Are social networking sites harming our society?Question 3: an explanation that states an opinion about an issue, the reasons for holding that opinion, and the evidence that supports those reasons

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argument

Question 4: type of nonfiction that uses facts and opinions

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persuasion

Question 5: What is Churchill's purpose in his "blood, toil, tears, and sweat" speech?

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to trust his leadership

Question 6: stating similar ideas using similar grammatical structures

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parallelism Question 7: What kind of language does Roosevelt use to describe or label those who oppose his plan?

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negative Question 8: occurs when only two possible choices are presented, when, in fact, there are many

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false dilemma Question 9: the act of convincing people by influencing their intellect, emotions, or sense of ethics

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persuasion Question 10: an attack on a person's character or reputation in an attempt to turn the audience against that person or distract the audience from the real issue

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ad hominen Question 11: Which of the three appeals-ethos, pathos, or logos-is the primary appeal used in Roosevelt's speech?

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pathos Question 12: A persuasive text uses clear, precise _______, as well as emotional language.

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diction

Question 13: perpetuate

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continue Question 14: occurs when a person is referred to as an authority, but he or she has no expert knowledge in that field

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appeal to false authority

Question 15: scourge

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curse; punishment

Question 16: What is the main idea or argument of Franklin

• Roosevelt's address?

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to support the cause of freedom Question 17: Which rhetorical appeals (ethos, pathos, or logos) does Lincoln use?

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logos and pathos Question 18: repeating words or ideas to make a point and enhance the style of a text

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repetition

Question 19: Purpose of persuasive text

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influence/persuade

Question 20: stating ideas in groups of three to make them more memorable

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rule of three

Question 21: a Latin phrase meaning "it does not follow"; involves a conclusion that does not logically follow an explanation or argument given

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non sequitur Question 22: involves misrepresenting another person's argument, making it easier to attack

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straw man

Question 23: What is the Roosevelt's tone?

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positive

Question 24: deprecated

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condemned; disapproved of Question 25: Fact: Ashton has been absent from school four times during the past two weeks.

Fact: Each time he's been absent, we've had a test or quiz or a project due.

Conclusion: Ashton stays home to avoid taking tests and turning in projects.

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inductive reasoning example Question 26: Why should you identify your audience when composing a persuasive text?

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to more effectively influence them

Question 27: Who is Churchill's audience?

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the members of the House of Commons Question 28: a brief story a persuasive writer or speaker gives to convey a truth, emphasize a point, or appeal to the audience's emotions

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anecdote