The TASK of the 2nd argument prompt in the packet is

Take a position on the relationship btwn certainty & doubt

Source B offers information about what?

How some teachers are utilizing technology

In the Argument Question you are required to

Take a position on the prompt; use background knowledge

In terms of an argument, what is REFUTATION?

Proof that an opposition's seemingly valid point is faulty

Which of the following would be considered a rhetorical strategy?

All of these elements would be considered strategies.

Rhetorical Mode: Definition is defined as

Generally used to clarify the thesis or subject (defines)

Which of the following would be considered a rhetorical strategy?

All of these elements would be considered strategies.

Rhetorical Mode: Compare/Contrast is defined as

Juxtaposing two things to highlight similarity & difference

The SUGGESTED time limits on the essays are

Synthesis-55, Rhetorical Analysis-40, Argument-40

Rhetorical Mode: Narration is defined as

Telling a story or recounting a series of events

Considering the passage's subject, which of the following is most arguably the "occasion"?

Rise of anti-intellectualism in America

"Write an essay in which you analyze how Fridman develops his argument." His argument =

Era of anti-intellectualism must end for America to prosper.

Rhetorical Mode: Classification/Division/Categorization is defined as

Similar to definition, but defines/classifies multiple ideas

The TASK of the 1st argument prompt in the packet is

Defend,challenge,orqualifyDrabble'sassertion aboutconformity

How should one cite Source A?

(DOC A), (Rotstein), (SOURCE A)

Source C's major claim is best expressed by which of the following statements?

Today's youth are being stifled by constant stimulation

"Develop a position on whether or not there should be texts that all HS students must read."

There should not be texts that all HS students must read., There should be texts that all HS students must read.

Which of the following factors would Source B consider important?

Peer-to-peer and peer-to-teacher interaction

Considering his argument, who is Fridman's intended audience?

Nerds and geeks (and their potential allies)

Rhetorical Mode: Process Analysis is defined as

Explains how something works or how something was done

What is a COUNTERARGUMENT?

Respectful recognition of other side's arguments

Source F makes the observation that kids are

experiencing the outside world through TV instead of reality

In the Synthesis Question you are required to

Use 3 of the given sources to support an original argument

In terms of argument, what is a CONCESSION?

admission that a point made by opposition is reasonable/true

Possible examples for the argument essay include:

All of these are possible examples for the essay.

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1
What should you do when faced with difficult multiple choice or seemingly impossible prompts?
HAVE NO FEAR!
Eat your feelings.
Cry it out.
Quit.
2
The TASK of the 2nd argument prompt in the packet is
Support your argument with reasoning & examples
Consider the perspectives expressed in the statements
Certainty vs doubt
Take a position on the relationship btwn certainty & doubt
3
Source B offers information about what?
How one school district is responding to the technology boom
How student learning is enhanced with technology
How harmful technology can be
How some teachers are utilizing technology
4
In the Argument Question you are required to
Use 3 of the given sources to support an original argument
Take a position on the prompt; use background knowledge
Squash the opposition
Rhetorically analyze the passage provided
5
Rhetorical Mode: Argument is defined as
discourse intended to persuade
Telling a story or recounting a series ofevents
Similar to narration in its use of concrete details; imagery
Explains how something works, how something was done
6
The primary mode of composition (rhetorical mode) in number 7 (Stephanie Ericsson) is:
narration
classification
compare/contrast
cause/effect
7
Analyze how Banneker uses rhetorical strategies to argue against slavery. Author's purpose:
purpose not given
argue for slavery
analyze rhetorical strategies
argue against slavery
8
In terms of an argument, what is REFUTATION?
Proof that an opposition's seemingly valid point is faulty
The writer's reasoning
False statistics or data
An argument that has nothing to do with the subject matter
9
Which of the following would be considered a rhetorical strategy?
All of these elements would be considered strategies.
Personal story
Examples
Repetition
10
Rhetorical Mode: Definition is defined as
Telling a story or recounting a series of events
Providing a series of examples
Generally used to clarify the thesis or subject (defines)
Explains how something works or how something was done
11
Which of the following would be considered a rhetorical strategy?
All of these elements would be considered strategies.
Analogies (metaphor and/or simile)
Syntax (parallelism, repetition, alliteration, etc)
Statistics, Data, and/or Reasoning
12
The primary mode of composition (rhetorical mode) in number 8 (Marie Winn) is:
compare/contrast
classification
narration
cause/effect
13
The primary mode of composition (rhetorical mode) in number 6 (Bharati Mukherjee) is:
compare/contrast
cause/effect
narration
classification
14
Rhetorical Mode: Exemplification is defined as
Providing a series of examples
Moves from causes to effects or vice versa
discourse intended topersuade
Juxtaposing two things to highlight similarity & difference
15
Consider the implications of a "Buy Nothing Day." Develop a position on implementing this day.
Argument
Multiple Choice
Rhetorical Analysis
Synthesis
16
Rhetorical Mode: Compare/Contrast is defined as
discourse intended topersuade
Juxtaposing two things to highlight similarity & difference
Providing a series of examples
Moves from causes to effects or vice versa
17
The SUGGESTED time limits on the essays are
Synthesis-45, Rhetorical Analysis-30, Argument-30
Synthesis-55, Rhetorical Analysis-40, Argument-40
Synthesis-90, Rhetorical Analysis-45, Argument-45
You have as much time as you need
18
The date of your English Language & Composition Exam is
05/10/20
05/11/17
05/10/17
05/12/17
19
Rhetorical Mode: Narration is defined as
Explains how something works or how something was done
Providing a series of examples
Telling a story or recounting a series of events
Juxtaposing two things to highlight similarity & difference
20
Considering the passage's subject, which of the following is most arguably the "occasion"?
The introduction of organized sports into schools
Fridman was tired of his kids being bullied
Revenge of the Nerds had just opened in theatres
Rise of anti-intellectualism in America
21
Which of the following factors would Source A consider important?
Teachers' technological capabilities
Cost of implementation
Student engagement
Environmental impact
22
"Write an essay in which you analyze how Fridman develops his argument." His argument =
Athleticism is not as valuable as intellectualism.
Era of anti-intellectualism must end for America to prosper.
Everyone should be a geek (and proud of it!).
Nerds need to be less in-your-face nerdy.
23
What type of writing utensil do you need to use on the essay section?
Blood
Pencil
Goose Quill Pen
Pen
24
Rhetorical Mode: Classification/Division/Categorization is defined as
Similar to definition, but defines/classifies multiple ideas
Describes things in science
Tells a story or recounting a series ofevents
Explains how something works, how something was done
25
The TASK of the 1st argument prompt in the packet is
Defend,challenge,orqualifyDrabble'sassertion aboutconformity
Don't turn around ('causeyou'regonnafeelmy heartbreakin')
Argue whether it is better to conform or be educated
Take a position on individuality vs conformity
26
On the multiple choice section, you must use what type of writing utensil?
Pen
# 2 Pencil
Back-scratcher
Stylus
27
How should one cite Source A?
(DOC A)
No citation necessary
(Rotstein)
(SOURCE A)
28
Source C's major claim is best expressed by which of the following statements?
Today's youth need technology in order to enhance learning
Technology is detrimental to our entire society
It's all about time
Today's youth are being stifled by constant stimulation
29
Have no _______!
breakfast
time to study
fear
writing utensils
30
Write an essay in which you analyze how Johnson crafts his letter.
Argument
Multiple Choice
Synthesis
Rhetorical Analysis
31
When discussing diction, it's best to describe it with an adjective. A strong example is:
Sophisticated
Good
Stupid
Boring
32
In "America Needs Its Nerds," by Leonard Fridman, what is the subject?
Anti-intellectualism
Words
Bullying
Students
33
"Develop a position on whether or not there should be texts that all HS students must read."
Reading is good for you.
There should not be texts that all HS students must read.
The idea of a national curriculum is complicated.
There should be texts that all HS students must read.
34
Which of the following factors would Source B consider important?
Teachers' technological capabilities
Technology's availability
Peer-to-peer and peer-to-teacher interaction
Impact on local businesses
35
The primary mode of composition (rhetorical mode) in number 1 (Audre Lorde) is:
classification
narration
definition
compare/contrast
36
Author's purpose is best defined as (MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION STEM):
The importance of a writer
Why an author writes
To whom an author writes
What an author writes about
37
Considering his argument, who is Fridman's intended audience?
Children
Politicians
Everyone
Nerds and geeks (and their potential allies)
38
Rhetorical Mode: Process Analysis is defined as
Telling a story or recounting a series of events
Juxtaposing two things to highlight similarity & difference
Providing a series of examples
Explains how something works or how something was done
39
When discussing TONE, you must give it an adjective. A strong example is:
Good
Regretful
Sad
Happy
40
What is a COUNTERARGUMENT?
A bad argument
An argument that takes place over a counter
An opposing argument that you should avoid writing about
Respectful recognition of other side's arguments
41
Your English teacher's last name is
Skyscraper
Shack
Castle
House
42
The primary mode of composition (rhetorical mode) in number 4 (Jared Diamond) is:
definition
process analysis
example (exemplification)
description
43
Source F makes the observation that kids are
More interested in technology than school
Interested in birds.
Unreachable
experiencing the outside world through TV instead of reality
44
In the Synthesis Question you are required to
Use 8 of the given sources to support an original argument
Use your background knowledge to write an original argument
Rhetorically analyze the sources provided.
Use 3 of the given sources to support an original argument
45
In terms of argument, what is a CONCESSION?
the contemptuous (hateful) tone employed by an opponent
the opposition's failure to prove a point
admission that a point made by opposition is reasonable/true
a place to buy snacks
46
Synthesize 3 sources to evaluate daylight savings time & offer a recommendation about its use.
Multiple Choice
Argument
Synthesis
Rhetorical Analysis
47
The primary mode of composition (rhetorical mode) in number 3 (Frederick Douglass) is:
process analysis
narration
example (exemplification)
cause/effect
48
____________ is/are an argument.
Your face
Everything
Synthesis and Argument
Most things
49
Possible examples for the argument essay include:
historical or current event
political, cultural, social example
All of these are possible examples for the essay.
personal or anecdotal evidence
50
When discussing diction, it's best to describe it with an adjective. A strong example is:
Didactic
Bad
Good
Dumb
51
When referring to an author, refer to them by their FULL name or ____ name
FIRST
YOUR
NICK
LAST
52
Rhetorical Mode: Cause and effect is defined as
Moves from causes to effects or vice versa
discourse intended topersuade
Providing a series of examples
Juxtaposing two things to highlight similarity & difference
53
In the Rhetorical Analysis Question you are required to
Rhetorically analyze the passage provided
Use your background knowledge to write an original argument
Use 3 of the given sources to support an original argument
Agree or disagree with the passage
54
Source D is best categorized as a(n)
Anti-technology diatribe
Personal reflection
Teacher journal
Informational article
55
You really need to be in your exam room for English Language and Composition Exam NO LATER than
Exam-o'clock
12:00 p.m.
8:45 a.m.
7:58 a.m.
56
In a vocabulary-in-context question, it's important to do what?
Guess.
Eliminate unfamiliar words from the answer choices.
Reread lines in the passage which give clues to meaning.
Consult the dictionary.
57
Tone is best defined as (MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION STEM):
Word choice
author's attitude in a piece of writing
Structure of a piece
emotional feeling produced in a reader
58
Analyze the strategies Marquart uses to characterize the upper midwest. Author's purpose:
criticize the upper midwest
illustrate the upper midwest
characterize the upper midwest
laud the upper midwest
59
The primary mode of composition (rhetorical mode) in number 2 (Annie Dillard) is:
argument
cause/effect
description
definition
60
What do synthesis, rhetorical analysis, and argument have in common?
They all contain the letter "S".
They are all arguments.
They are all equally fun.
They have nothing in common.
61
Which of the following would be considered a rhetorical strategy?
Diction
Figurative Language (such as hyperbole, metaphor, symbolism)
Imagery
All of these elements would be considered strategies.
62
Which of the following best captures Fridman's purpose?
Argue semantics
Persuade audience that anti-intellectualism is detrimental
Inform audience about certain terminology
Empower nerd/geek children
63
The primary mode of composition (rhetorical mode) in number 9 (Bill McKibben) is:
definition
example
argument
description
64
What is the task of the 2010 Synthesis prompt?
Take a position on whether or not schools should...
This question requires you to synthesize a variety...
Read the prompt carefully...
Evaluate the most important factors a school should...
65
When discussing TONE, you must give it an adjective. A strong example is:
Pedantic (ostentatiously precise, learned)
Neutrally instructive
Passionately argumentative
Passionately adamant
66
When discussing diction, it's best to describe it with an adjective. A strong example is:
Bad
Unintelligible
Good
Forceful
67
What would Source E's stance be on technology in school?
Anti
Ambivalent
Neutral
Pro
68
Source E would probably be most in agreement with which other source?
D
C
B
A
69
The exam I am taking on Wednesday, May 10, is:
AP LITERATURE and Composition
AP English III
AP Reading and Writing
AP LANGUAGE and Composition
70
The primary mode of composition (rhetorical mode) in number 5 (Nancy Mairs) is:
definition
description
process analysis
narration
71
Your English teacher's first name is
Elizabeth
Fred
Eric
Erin
72
You have the ______ required to succeed on the test!
Skills
Ability
Knowledge
Tools

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