Week 15 Review

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What is the purpose of persuasion in writing?

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To convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take a specific action.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Math is like a puzzle that never ends.'

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What is a statistic in evidence?

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A numerical fact or piece of data that supports an argument or claim.

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What does the word 'stupendous' mean?

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To be stunned; it refers to something that is so great in importance as to amaze.

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What does the phrase 'bending over backwards' mean?

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Trying very hard to accommodate or please someone.

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare, while a metaphor directly states that one thing is another.

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What is anecdotal evidence?

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Evidence based on personal accounts or stories rather than scientific data.

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What is the role of an expert quote in an argument?

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To provide credibility and support from a knowledgeable source.

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What is the definition of a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that implies a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the purpose of descriptive writing?

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To create a vivid picture in the reader's mind using sensory details.