ELA- Unit 2 Vocabulary

What is a 'thesis statement'?

• A statement or sentence that states the purpose of a paper or essay.

• A summary of the main points in a paper.

• An introduction to the topic being discussed.

• A conclusion drawn from the research conducted.

Fill in the blank: ________ is the quality of being trusted and believed.

• credibility

• reliability

• authenticity

• validity

What is 'secondary source'?

• An account of an event created by someone who did not witness the event.

• A firsthand account of an event by someone who experienced it.

• A summary of events written by a journalist.

• A fictional representation of historical events.

What is the difference between a primary source and a secondary source?

• A primary source is created by someone who experienced the event, while a secondary source is created by someone who did not.

• A primary source is a summary of events, while a secondary source is a firsthand account.

• A primary source is always a written document, while a secondary source can be any type of media.

• A primary source is created after the event, while a secondary source is created during the event.

What does 'evidence' refer to in writing?

• A statement of opinion without support.

• Facts, statistics, or examples used to support a claim.

• A summary of the main points in a text.

• A personal anecdote unrelated to the topic.

What is 'audience' in the context of writing?

• The group of readers or viewers that the writer is addressing.

• A type of literary device used to engage readers.

• The physical location where a writer presents their work.

• The collection of themes and ideas in a piece of writing.

Fill in the blank: A ________ is an account of an event created by someone who took part in or witnessed the event.

• secondary source

• tertiary source

• primary source

• historical document

What is 'bias' in writing?

• A tendency to favor one side or perspective over another.

• An objective analysis of all viewpoints.

• A method of structuring arguments logically.

• A technique to enhance narrative flow.

What is a 'claim'?

• A statement that can be proven true or false.

• The writer's position on an issue or problem.

• A question posed to gather information.

• A summary of the main points in a text.

What is 'informational writing'?

• Writing that tells a story or narrates events.

• Writing that expresses personal opinions and feelings.

• Writing that tells the reader about something, gives facts, or explains something.

• Writing that focuses on poetic devices and artistic expression.