Eng 3 EOC review

Analyze

1. definition: Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure 2.picture 3. Which word could replace reverent in line 19 of the poem? - you have to break down what the word reverent means in the poem and then make a choice

paraphrase

A Greek word, paraphrasis, means "to tell in other words." -Which of the following best expresses the essential information in the highlighted sentence?

effect

A change which is a result or consequence of an action or other cause -What is the effect of the metaphors in the sentences below in paragraph 2?

inference

A literary device used commonly in literature and in daily life where logical deductions are made based on premises assumed to be true. -In the last sentence of paragraph 9, the reader can infer that "the experts" the author refers to are —

rhetorical devices

A use of language that is intended to have an effect on its audience. -"Purple puppies like playing on the playground." This is an example of-

Summarize

Abstract a general theme or major point(s). -What is an objective summary of the selection?

stanza

An arrangement of a certain number of lines, usually four or more, sometimes having a fixed length, meter, or rhyme scheme, forming a division of a poem. -How has the speaker changed between the first and last stanzas of the poem?

detail

Attention to or treatment of a subject in individual or minute parts. -Janie would like to further develop the fourth paragraph (sentences 19-23). Reread the paragraph carefully. Which detail could best be added after sentence 21 to add to the main idea of this paragraph?

Argue

Challenge or debate an issue or idea with the purpose of persuading or committing someone else to a particular stance or action. -This selection is an example of persuasive argument because it —

inferred

Deduce or conclude (information) from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements. -What can be inferred from paragraph 2?

Explain

Describe giving reasons -Explain one way that facial recognition technology can assist an airline traveller.

characterize

Describe the distinctive nature or features of. -Lindsay shouted at the others in anger when they didn't follow her directions. Which word best describes Lindsay?

subjectively

Existing in the mind; belonging to the thinking subject rather than to the object of thought -Write an essay stating your opinion on whether it's better to dream big or to be realistic

rhetoric

From the Greek for "orator," this term describes the principles governing the art of writing effectively, eloquently, and persuasively. -In the excerpt from To The Person Leaving, why does the author choose to end the selection with a rhetorical question?

Describe

Give a detailed account -Describe one use of information technology in a dentist's office.

Contrast

Give an account of the differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout. -In ITGS the phrase "describe the similarity between..." will be used instead of "contrast" Describe one difference between a flat-file database and a relational database.

Compare

Give an account of the similarities between two (or more) items or scenarios, referring to both (all) of them throughout. -In ITGS the phrase "describe the similarity between..." will be used instead of "compare". Describe one similarity between an Intranet and the Internet

mood

Grammatical and deals with verbal units and a speaker's attitude. -Which phrase from the story helps to create a mood of anticipation?

point of view

In literature, the perspective from which a story is told. -How does the speaker´s point of view affect her impression of the bustle of New York?

paralellism

It refers to the grammatical or rhetorical framing of words, phrases, sentences, or paragraphs to give structural similarity. -What is the purpose of parallelism in the underlined sentence above?

denotate

Literal or dictionary meanings of a word in contrast to its connotative or associated meanings. -If someone uses the term "rugrat", is this a denotative or connotative definition for the term "child"?

reveal

Make (previously unknown or secret information) known to others. -What does Kiran´s reaction to the arrival of the young boy reveal about her character?

Evaluate

Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations -The network administrator has proposed a backup system for the library that creates a full backup every Friday. Evaluate this proposal.

objectively

Not influenced by personal feelings, interpretations, or prejudice; based on facts -Which of the following statements best characterizes the objective of the boxed information titled "Did You Know?"

Determine

Obtain the only possible answer. -In order to best appreciate the many levels of the short story "A Worn Path," the reader would need to — -You have to figure out what the reader would need to do

Organize

Put ideas and information into a proper or systematic order. -The author organizes the selection by-

text structure

Refers to how the information within a written text is organized. -How does the author structure the text?

exemplify

Represent with an example. -The government of a country may restrict the number of immigrants allowed to enter that country. These restrictions on immigration are most likely based on what belief? -The question provides an example to help answer the question

tone

Similar to mood, tone describes the author's attitude toward his material, the audience, or both. -The photograph reinforces the poem's tone of —

reference

The act of mentioning something in speech or in writing. -In paragraph 7, which term refers to a belief that is contrary to prevailing opinion?

impact

The act of one body, object, etc, striking another; collision. -Why is the multiple meaning of the word offices in line 14 important to the poem? -How is the word important, how does it impact the poem

connotate

The associated or secondary meaning of a word or expression in addition to its explicit or primary meaning -In the sentence below from the last paragraph, how does the connotation of the words reflect Sharat´s attitude toward the boy?

theme

The central idea or message of a work, the insight it offers into life. Usually theme is unstated in fictional works, but in nonfiction, the theme may be directly stated, especially in expository or argumentative writing. -In line 5, the sentence "No one ever thanked him" suggests the poem explores the theme of —

repetition

The duplication, either exact or approximate, of any element of language, such as a sound, word, phrase, clause, sentence, or grammatical pattern. -Which literary device is being used in the underlined sentence, ¨In love, in art, in avarice, in politics, in labor, in games, we study to our utter painful secret¨

context

The parts of a written or spoken statement that precede or follow a specified word or passage and can influence its meaning or effect. -In the excerpt above, the word mystified most likely means-

clarity

The quality or state of being clear. -The meaning of sentence 4 is unclear. Byron can improve the clarity of this sentence by changing it to —

setting

The time and place in which the story takes place. -The poem's setting is significant because it helps contrast —

differ

To be unlike, dissimilar, or distinct in nature or qualities. -How does Barry BIngham, Jr., differ from Jaime Teevan?

Transform

To change completely the appearance or character of something or someone -In sentence 5, awesome is not the most effective word to use. Which of the following could replace awesome in this sentence? -By replacing it it is being transformed

Imagine

To form a mental image of (something not actually present to the senses). -The discrepancy between what the character imagines the judges will say and what they actually do say represents the-

Develop

To improve incrementally, elaborate or expand in detail. Evolve to a more advanced or effective state. -There is a redundant sentence in the third paragraph (sentences 11-18). Which sentence should be deleted from this paragraph? -By deleting a sentence you are developing and making the paragraph better

imply

To indicate or suggest without being explicitly stated -By saying that one of her sons "can walk too well" in paragraph 5, the author implies that —

Integrate

To put together parts or elements and combine them into a whole. -What is the author´s message about living with nature? Use details from the text to support your answer

quote

To repeat exactly what someone else has said or written -In paragraph 1, the author quotes William Clang to show that-

reflect

To show, express, or be a sign of something. -How should the following phrase from sentence 9 be written to reflect correct conventions of capitalization?

prove

Use a sequence of logical steps to obtain the required result in a formal way. -Should people do things only to be recognized? Think carefully about this question. -The question requires you to think carefully so you can accurately prove your point

Interpret

Use knowledge and understanding to recognize trends and draw conclusions from given information. -If the applicant does not have enough room to list all skills and experiences for this job, which of these would be best to do? -You have to draw conclusions from what you know to find out the best option

Support

Use quotations/ textual references to evidence your response. -Which lines from the poem support the theme?

support

Use quotations/ textual references to evidence your response. -Which lines from the poem support the theme?

figurative language

Writing or speech that is not intended to carry literal meaning and is usually meant to be imaginative and vivid. -What is the purpose of the figurative language in the sentence below from the last paragraph?