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Springboard exam terms- language arts grade 8
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What is the difference between informal and formal writing?
One is pencil or pen, other typed
One is print, other cursive
The topics decide
Formal is appropriate vocabulary and tone, not conversation
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an informal or formal discussion in which opposing arguments are put forward
debate
seminar
argument
controversy
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What's an example of a claim?
In conclusion, homework is not helpful.
First, consider the student.
For example, students need to have more time to socialize.
Teachers should not assign homework.
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Define utopia
an ideal or perfect society
a society with odd or frightening ways
a society that is all young people
a society in Utah
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What is euphemism?
funny expression
inoffensive expression substituted for a harsh one
vocal highs
offensive expression substituting for another
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an adjective referring to a famous question and answer method
survey
begging
Socratic
quizzing
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a method of organization that examines similarities and differences
synonyms
definition essay
compare/contrast
antonyms
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What are the major elements of a plot diagram?
Expo, rising, climax, falling, ending
start, middle, commentary, end
beginning, middle, end
exposition, rising act, climax, falling action, resolution
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Define dystopia
a society far away
a society that is ideal
a society usually fictional that is undesirable
a society that is dark
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The three dots that indicate that part of a quote was omitted
semi-colon
ellipsis
preposition
appositive
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a logical appeal, supported by reasons and evidence, to persuade an audience to take an action
argument
controversy
debate
seminar
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Where should you find transitions in writing?
do not use them
wherever the writer needs to connect ideas
at the beginning of each paragraph
at the beginning of every sentence
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the person who opposes the main character
protagonist
damsel in distress
antagonist
hero
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the process of locating information from a variety of sources
Socratic
citation
perspective
research
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Define Archetype
a character, symbol or story patten
A comparison of two characters
antagonist
protagonist
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Define
search terms
information needed by a detective
the parts of an agreement
a part of a train
words/phrases entered into a search engine to find info
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What is a literal question?
A dictionary definition
The implied meaning of a word
A question where you infer the answer.
a question which the answer is in the text
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A subtle difference or distinction in meaning
irony
satire
folly
nuance
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Define seminar
a meeting of the minds
a large event like a concert or sporting event
a small group of students engaged in intense study
research
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when two sides disagree with each other this occurs
argument
controversy
seminar
debate
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a point of view or specific attitude about something
evidence
character
perspective
reason
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What is an interpretive question?
A word you must look up
An answer that cannot be figured out.
A question where the reader inferences
A question to which the answer is in text
