What is a "counterclaim"?

a claim made to oppose a previous claim.

Which of the following is the best definition of the term theme in a story?

The main message or underlying idea the author conveys through the story.

Stating or asserting something is true.

Read the paragraph. Then choose the sentence that supports the claim, "Coffee has many harmful side effects."

Large amounts of coffee can cause dehydration, weight gain, and insomnia.

What is the difference between Argumentative and Narrative Writing?

Argument makes a claim. Narrative tells a story.

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1
If an author wanted to show a character has had a similar feeling before, what technique might they use when writing?
alliteration
foreshadowing
rhetoric
flashback
2
What is a "counterclaim"?
A fact or statistic.
a claim made to oppose a previous claim.
An anecdote to get the reader's attention.
A supporting claim that is helpful to the original claim.
3
Which of the following is the best definition of the term theme in a story?
The setting where the story takes place, including time and location.
The main message or underlying idea the author conveys through the story.
Specific words or phrases used by the author to create imagery and tone.
The sequence of events that make up the plot.
4
A Denotation of a word is the dictionary definition.
False
True
5
What is a "claim"?
A lengthy court process.
Stating or asserting something is true.
An in-text citation.
A quote from a famous author.
6
To determine theme within a text, the reader should consider what the character SAYS and DOES.
True
False
7
Read the paragraph. Then choose the sentence that supports the claim, "Coffee has many harmful side effects."
A good night's sleep and breakfast could have the same effects as coffee.
Large amounts of coffee can cause dehydration, weight gain, and insomnia.
Caffeine perks up the drinker well!
What are these potentially harmful effects?
8
Which word has a positive connotation: "guest" or "intruder"?
Guest
Intruder
IDK
9
What is another way to use the word "exorbitant"?
dishonest
overwhelming
cheap
expensive
10
Establishing conflict, descriptive language, and dialogue is used in which type of writing?
persuasive
narrative
informational
argumentative
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What is the difference between Argumentative and Narrative Writing?
Narratives always have quotes and dialogue. Arg. uses only scientific fact.
Narrative is a true story, argument is fictional.
Narrative chooses which side of the story to tell. Arg. tells both sides.
Argument makes a claim. Narrative tells a story.

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