8th RLA Quarter 2 Review

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What is the intended audience for an article?

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The intended audience refers to the specific group of readers that the author aims to reach with their writing, often based on their interests, knowledge, or demographics.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

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What is a claim in writing?

Back

A claim is a statement or assertion that is open to challenge and that requires evidence to support it.

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What is a transition in writing?

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A transition is a word or phrase that connects ideas and helps the flow of writing, guiding the reader from one thought to another.

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What is a rhetorical question?

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A rhetorical question is a question asked for effect or to make a point rather than to get an answer.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

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What is tone in writing?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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What is the purpose of supporting details in an article?

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Supporting details provide evidence, examples, or explanations that reinforce the main idea or claim of the article.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is subjective.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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What is the significance of context in understanding a text?

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Context refers to the circumstances or background information surrounding a text, which helps readers understand its meaning and implications.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

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What is the role of an introduction in an article?

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The introduction sets the stage for the article, presenting the main topic and engaging the reader's interest.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a concise summary of the main point or claim of an essay or article, usually found in the introduction.