7th Grade Language Arts Review

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What is an Informational Essay?

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An Informational Essay is a type of writing that aims to inform or educate the reader about a specific topic, providing facts, explanations, and insights without expressing personal opinions.

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What is an Argumentative Essay?

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An Argumentative Essay is a type of writing that presents a claim or argument on a particular issue, supported by evidence and reasoning, with the goal of persuading the reader to accept a certain viewpoint.

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What does it mean to Analyze?

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To Analyze means to break down a complex topic or issue into smaller parts to understand it better, often involving examination of relationships, patterns, and meanings.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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What is Connotation?

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Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries, beyond its literal meaning. For example, 'home' connotes warmth and safety.

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay, guiding the direction of the writing and informing the reader of the writer's stance.

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What is the difference between primary and secondary sources?

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Primary sources are original materials or firsthand accounts (e.g., diaries, interviews), while secondary sources analyze or interpret primary sources (e.g., articles, books).

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is the first sentence of a paragraph that summarizes the main idea of that paragraph, providing a clear focus for the reader.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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What is the significance of using transitions in writing?

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Transitions are words or phrases that connect ideas and help the flow of writing, guiding the reader through the text and clarifying relationships between concepts.

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What is a counterargument?

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A counterargument is an opposing viewpoint or argument that challenges the main argument in an essay, often addressed to strengthen the writer's position.

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What is the role of evidence in an argumentative essay?

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Evidence supports the claims made in an argumentative essay, providing facts, statistics, examples, or expert opinions to validate the argument.