American Lit GA Milestones Review

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What is a Claim in argumentation?

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A Claim is the central point an argument makes, asserting a position or belief.

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Identify the correct dialogue format.

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Aubry whined, "Do I have to go?"

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What type of figurative language is used in Emily Dickinson's quote about Death?

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Personification is used, as Death is described as if it has human qualities.

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What is the relationship between the central idea and the author's main point?

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The central idea is directly tied to the author's main point or argument.

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What does it mean to cite a text?

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To cite a text means to mention a specific portion of it to support an analysis, either as a direct quotation or a paraphrase.

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Define Argumentation.

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Argumentation is the process of reasoning systematically in support of an idea, action, or theory.

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What is Rhetoric?

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Rhetoric is the art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of a piece of writing.

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What is Hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.

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What is Allusion?

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Allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, literary work, or work of art.