EOC English 2: Vocabulary Flashcard

Front

What does it mean to examine something?

Back

To look closely at something.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.2B

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

Front

What is a claim in the context of an argument?

Back

A stance or point to argue; similar to a thesis; needs evidence to back it up.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What is a critique?

Back

A detailed analysis; break apart the text and assess the value.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What is an excerpt?

Back

A passage or segment taken from the text; the length of a passage may be a phrase, a sentence, a paragraph, or an entire chapter.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What defines a multi-paragraph essay?

Back

An essay that has many paragraphs; implies the writer should include an introduction, 2-3 body paragraphs based on thesis sub-points, a counterclaim paragraph, and a conclusion.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

Back

To present the main argument or claim of an essay.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What is the role of evidence in supporting a claim?

Back

Evidence is used to back up a claim and provide validity to the argument.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What does it mean to criticize a text?

Back

To evaluate and analyze the text, often pointing out strengths and weaknesses.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What is the difference between a claim and a counterclaim?

Back

A claim is the main argument, while a counterclaim is an opposing viewpoint that challenges the claim.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What is the significance of an introduction in an essay?

Back

It sets the stage for the argument, introduces the topic, and presents the thesis statement.