Monday, September 16, 2013

Vocab 1


Due Friday, September 20
You Talkin’ to Me?
Words About Language and Argument

Provide the definition for each of the following words that you don’t know. Even if you think you are familiar with the word, you should check its definition to confirm your understanding. For words you need to define, include the dictionary definition and a translation of the dictionary definition into your own words.

Write an original sentence for each word in the list, whether you need to define it or not. Post one sentence as a comment. Please type your work.

1.     assertion
2.     clarity
3.     cogent
4.     coherent
5.     cohesive
6.     didactic
7.     discourse
8.     eloquence
9.     emphasize
10.  fluid
11.  implication
12.  lucid
13.  rhetoric

44 comments:

  1. It appears there has not been a coherent plan set in action regarding the crisis in Syria.

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  3. Our teacher speaks slowly , and with great clarity.

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  4. After reading the essay, I felt the author's argument was composed of weakly supported assertions rather than fact.

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  5. In order for a teacher to be successful, one must have good didactic skills.

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  6. This is not only a place for laughs, but also openly critical discourse on the state of American society.

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  7. Janelle Scott
    Due to the tsunami the two different Indian groups were able to be cohesive in making a plan to help all the injured people, even though they never got along.

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  8. Her cogent argument gave many points and facts that convinced me to take action.

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  9. Use of good rhetoric can make almost any argument more convincing.

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  10. The future implications of an attack on Syria are being heavily weighed throughout our nation.

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  11. The eloquence of his speech moved the audience; they left feeling inspired.

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  12. As I saw the boy’s familiar face, I had a moment of clarity when I realized that I’d seen him earlier that day.

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  13. Henry's discourse with his bullies lead only to a trash can dive after school.

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  14. The professor relayed the information in the PowerPoint with great clarity.

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  15. The President spoke with such strength and eloquence; it convinced his citizens that they had made the right choice.

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  16. He was shocked and confused by the store owner's implication that he had stolen an item off of the shelves.

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  17. With a well thought selection of words, phrases in varying lengths, and use of correct punctuation, the sentences in her speech became more fluid than her monotonously mechanical first draft.

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  18. I certainly don't agree with his assertion that men are better drivers than women.

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  19. Must I emphasize the importance of this asignment?

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  20. Christina Salisbury-
    For the sake of clarity, I will repeat the directions to the homework, so the students can understand it completely.

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  21. I do not know how else I can emphasize the importance of staying on top of homework to my brother.

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  22. Teachers often emphasize the importance of doing homework.

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  23. Our chemistry teacher explained with great clarity how important it is to always use safety goggles when working with chemicals.

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  24. Attempts at discourse were drowned out by the cacophony of drunk Vikings at the wedding.

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  25. The student was very lucid after getting ten hours of sleep.

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  26. His assertion about literature was coherent and cohesive when he emphasized how the literature had clarity and was fluid.

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  27. The students failed to develop a coherent argument to back up their claim that homework is unnecessary to learn vital ideas.

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  28. The man took the stage and presented a cogent argument that left us all speechless.

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  29. The new student failed the English class since he was unable to write a coherent argument.

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  30. Just by analyzing the student's essays, there weren't any pieces to be found that contradict his assertion.

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  31. The teacher asserted that it was crucial for us to lie about our homework deadlines.

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  32. The speaker spoke with such clarity that she captivated her audience.

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  33. She spoke with such clarity that she captivated her audience.

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  34. My drivers ed teacher worked hard to emphasize the importance of wearing a seat belt.

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  35. My driver ed. teacher made sure to emphasize the importance of wearing a seat belt.

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  36. The politician spoke with such eloquence that his audience hung on every word.

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  37. The politician spoke with such eloquence that his audience hung on every word.

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  38. My brother will often fail to provide a coherent response.

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  39. To stop the possibility of a government shutdown, congress has discoursed over many possible options, yet they have not reached a decision.

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  40. President Obama spoke with such clarity that every citizen was able to stay attentive and coherent.

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  41. In The Fast and The Furious, the story emphasizes on fast cars and action packed scenes rather than plot and character development.

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  42. It is cogent that I have eaten three meals a day

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  43. After a violent and lengthy discourse, this website has decided to stop giving me a 404.

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