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Characteristics and Structures of Arguments

Read this definition.

an objection or challenge to the claim of a writer or speaker

Which of the following does the definition describe?

A

an argument

B

a counterargument

C

a thesis

D

none of the above

TEKS 11.7.E

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Read this definition.

an objection or challenge to the claim of a writer or speaker

Which of the following does the definition describe?

• an argument

• a counterargument

• a thesis

• none of the above

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Latin Prefix: ob-

What does the Latin prefix ob- often mean?

A before

B without

C against

D inside

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What does the Latin prefix ob- often mean? ​

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against

without

before

inside

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Characteristics and Structures of Arguments

Read this passage from Douglass’s speech.

Must I undertake to prove that the slave is a man? That point is conceded already. Nobody doubts it. The slaveholders themselves acknowledge it in the enactment of laws for their government. They acknowledge it when they punish disobedience on the part of the slave.

What valid, factual evidence does Douglass provide to support his view?

A No one argues against the belief that enslaved Americans are human beings.

B Douglass knows how punishment can dehumanize a person.

C Douglass is living proof that an enslaved person can become a free person.

D Enslaved Americans are subject to laws, proving that they are human beings.

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Must I undertake to prove that the enslaved person is a man? That point is conceded already. Nobody doubts it. The slaveholders themselves acknowledge it in the enactment of laws for their government. They acknowledge it when they punish disobedience on the part of the slave person.

What valid, factual evidence does Douglass provide to support his view?

• No one argues against the belief that enslaved Americans are human beings.

• Douglass knows how punishment can dehumanize a person.

• Douglass is living proof that an enslaved person can become a free person.

• Enslaved Americans are subject to laws, proving that they are human beings.

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Characteristics and Structures of Arguments

Read this introduction to an argument.

Travel anywhere, and you can find someone who speaks English. It seems that English is, in fact, the universal language. And even if English is your only language, many translation apps are available to you in a crunch. English is all you need, right? Maybe, or maybe not.

What thesis is the writer most likely to present?

A

The ability to speak a second language offers many benefits.

B

Everyone should have a translation app on his or her phone.

C

You can learn valuable lessons by visiting other countries.

D

English is the most widely used language in the world.

TEKS 11.7.E

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Travel anywhere, and you can find someone who speaks English. It seems that English is, in fact, the universal language. And even if English is your only language, many translation apps are available to you in a crunch. English is all you need, right? Maybe, or maybe not.

What thesis is the writer most likely to present?

• The ability to speak a second language offers many benefits.

• Everyone should have a translation app on his or her phone.

• You can learn valuable lessons by visiting other countries.

• English is the most widely used language in the world.

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Latin Prefix: ob-

The Latin root -ject- means “to throw.”
The Latin prefix ob- (against or opposed)

Which word completes the sentence?

The city council approved the new tax over the _________ of the mayor.

A obliterate

B obstructing

C obsession

D objection

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Latin Prefix: ob-

The Latin root -loqui- refers to speaking. Keep that meaning in mind as you read this sentence.

Naruto chose a fierce, dangerous move to take out his opponent. He was met with obloquy from sensei upon returning to camp.

What is the most likely meaning of obloquy in this context?

A

celebration

B

investigation

C

condemnation/ tongue-lashing

D

interrogation

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Naruto chose a fierce, dangerous move to take out his opponent. He was met with ​obloquy from sensei upon returning to camp."

What is the most likely meaning of obloquy in this context? ​ ​ ​

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It was ​

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that Gregor was happy to see me by the way his face lit up.

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Verb Tenses

Which of the following represents what using present tense can show?

A an action or condition that is constant

B an action or condition that happens right now

C an action or condition that happens regularly

D all of the above

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following represents what using present tense can show?

• an action or condition that is constant

• an action or condition that happens right now

• an action or condition that happens regularly

• all of the above

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Verb Tenses

Read this passage. Think about the error(s) that it contains.

I am a big fan of superhero movies. Last year, I attended the midnight showing of the latest “super” film, and I saw it four times in two weeks. Now, I understand a sequel is released this coming fall. I can’t wait to discover what new adventures will challenge my favorite team of heroes!

Which of the following revisions would eliminate any inappropriate shifts in verb tense?

A

change am to was and understand to understood - (Is the word am in the sentence?)

B

change attended to attend and saw to will see - (Last year, I attend the midnight showing of the latest “super” film, and I see it four times in two weeks.)

C

change is released to will be released - (Now, I understand, a sequel will be released this coming fall.)

D

change can’t wait to couldn’t wait - (I couldn’t wait to discover what new adventures will challenge my favorite team of heroes!)

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Read this passage. Think about the error(s) that it contains.

I am a big fan of superhero movies. Last year, I attended the midnight showing of the latest “super” film and saw it four times in two weeks. Now, I understand a sequel is released this coming fall. I can’t wait to discover what new adventures will challenge my favorite team of heroes!

Which of the following revisions would eliminate any inappropriate shifts in verb tense?

• change am to was and understand to understood

• change attended to attend and saw to will see

• change is released to will be released

• change can’t wait to couldn’t wait

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Verb Tenses

Read this passage from Douglass’s speech.

My subject, then, fellow citizens, is American slavery. I shall see this day and its popular characteristics from the slave’s point of view.

What is the purpose of the shift in tense in this passage?

A

It announces an aspect of the speech that is still to come.

B

It reminds the audience that slavery has a long history.

C

It expresses hope that all people will someday be free.

D

It shows that the speaker deeply cares about the topic.

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My subject, then, fellow citizens, is American slavery. I shall see this day and its popular characteristics from the slave’s point of view.

What is the purpose of the shift in tense in this passage?

• It announces an aspect of the speech that is still to come.

• It reminds the audience that slavery has a long history.

• It expresses hope that all people will someday be free.

• It shows that the speaker deeply cares about the topic.