U8L1 Vocabulary

What type of essay promotes a conclusion by discussing positions on an issue or problem?

• Descriptive essay

• Argumentative essay

• Narrative essay

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

What is the term for a personal preference for or against a particular opinion?

• Bias

• Objectivity

• Neutrality

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

Which term describes using facts, stating both sides, or giving a fair analysis?

• Subjective

• Objective

• Persuasive

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What is it called when relevant information is intentionally left out?

• Inclusion

• Omission

• Addition

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What is a primary source?

• A summary of events

• First-hand information created at the time of a person’s study

• A fictional account

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What is a secondary source?

• Information that analyzes or discusses primary sources

• An original document

• A personal diary

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

Which term refers to opinions that may be biased or unproven?

• Objective

• Subjective

• Analytical

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

What does the term "tone" refer to in writing?

• The author's attitude toward the subject reflected by the use of specific language

• The length of the text

• The font style used

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

Which of the following is an example of a primary source?

• A textbook summarizing historical events

• A diary entry from a historical figure

• A newspaper article analyzing a political speech

Which of the following best describes a secondary source?

• A letter written by a soldier during a war

• A biography of a famous scientist

• A photograph taken during a historical event