Why is it important to learn Greek and Latin roots?

They are the building blocks of our language.

What two qualities does Ms. Oakley value the most?

good oral hygiene and kindness to others

What does it mean to be "academically turned on"?

to enjoy the thrill of learning

How should you organize an argument essay?

by areas of life: social, political, economic, for ex

How does most poetry differ from prose (regular writing)?

more figurative language; unconventional syntax

Correct punctuation of an appositive

Studying, sweeping, dusting -- these are chores I avoid.

in name only; not real or actual

What is polite to do on a date with someone?

listen while the other person is talking

Dangling participles: Find the CORRECT sentence. Take your time. You have 60 sec on this one.

Laertes, kissing his sister, bids her farewell.

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1
Why is it important to learn Greek and Latin roots?
Latin is a cool language.
It keeps students busy so Ms. Oakley can update Snapchat.
We might want to speak Greek someday.
They are the building blocks of our language.
2
What must you consider when determining an author's rhetorical purpose?
evidence
claims
audience
examples
3
What is the name for repetition at the beginning of successive sentences or clauses?
redundancy
epistrophe
anadiplosis
anaphora
4
How do you punctuate Justin Bieber's song Love Yourself?
underline
italics
just capitalize
quotes
5
petros
fear, inaction
gas, petroleum
touching, affection
rock, stone
6
What two qualities does Ms. Oakley value the most?
work ethic and dancing ability
sacrifice and compassion
eating non-processed food and reading daily
good oral hygiene and kindness to others
7
What does it mean to be "academically turned on"?
to get an A in class
to do homework every night
to do well on a reading check
to enjoy the thrill of learning
8
How should you organize an argument essay?
personal preferences
by areas of life: social, political, economic, for ex
it's not polite to argue
just agree with the other person; it's easier
9
How should you memorize a long passage?
make sure you understand the passage first
by repetition
all of these
one line at a time
10
How does most poetry differ from prose (regular writing)?
rhyme and good vocabulary
more figurative language; unconventional syntax
titles and length
rhythm or cadence
11
Correct punctuation of an appositive
Studying, sweeping, dusting: chores that I avoid.
Studying, sweeping, dusting are fun.
Studying, sweeping, dusting -- are chores that I avoid.
Studying, sweeping, dusting -- these are chores I avoid.
12
How do you read a book that you don't want to read?
one page at a time
don't read it; stand up for your rights
have your mom read it to you
give up and let the book defeat you
13
dendrite
plant with deep roots
tree-like structure
long canal
fake teeth
14
What is the genre of Hamlet?
all of these
tragedy
play
drama
15
How do you punctuate the title of the play Hamlet?
underline
quotes
just capitalize
quotations
16
telegraph
texting
short
drawing made on stone
writing from far away
17
What is the genre of Lord of the Flies?
fiction
analysis
fable
non-fiction
18
nominal
going for an office
suggested
the very first
in name only; not real or actual
19
Which root is depicted here?
duo
manus
pro
unus
20
perennial
twice as much
exhibiting sickness
through the years
short-lived
21
What is polite to do on a date with someone?
check phone for messages
stand by the door to get out of there as quickly as possible
listen while the other person is talking
look at clock
22
disaster
great situation
bad stars
poor solutions
separation from friendly stars
23
What should you avoid putting in a topic sentence?
a concrete detail
all of these
a quote
an example
24
stella
star
sky
galaxy
universe
25
Which one is WRONG?
I had seen the movie.
I saw the movie.
I have seen the movie.
I seen that movie.
26
What is the meaning of "logos"?
philosophy
word, study
appeal
opposite of ethos
27
How can I raise my grade in English?
get extra help in the homework center
study roots and new vocabulary
all of these
read more outside of class
28
Which root is depicted here?
phobia
helios
luna
photos
29
dormitory
restful
not eating for a long time
place to sleep
not moving
30
Dangling participles: Find the CORRECT sentence. Take your time. You have 60 sec on this one.
The king reveals the truth to Hamlet who was murdered.
Let's dance in the garden with the trees wearing our skirts.
Ophelia listens to her father, fantasizing about Hamlet.
Laertes, kissing his sister, bids her farewell.
31
How should you organize a prompt on style or rhetorical analysis?
in order of the passage
in a narrative way
most important strategy to least important
by devices used
32
Which root is depicted here?
bracchium
ped
jacio
dens
33
decimate
to be born in December
to destroy
to use decimals
to help 10 people
34
How does Shakespeare usually signal a change of scene?
rhymed couplet
no specific signal is used
saying "the end"
introducing a new character
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lithos
picture
carving
stone
literature

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