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Flashcard 1: Identify a word that might signal the author's hesitation.
Answer: Tentative. Shows uncertainty or lack of confidence in the statement.
Flashcard 2: Which transition phrase indicates an author is making an addendum?
Answer: Furthermore. Adds supporting information to strengthen the existing argument.
Flashcard 3: What type of word would show the author’s dismissal of a claim?
Answer: Refute. Shows the author rejects or disproves opposing arguments.
Flashcard 4: Which word would signal an author's skepticism?
Answer: Doubt. Indicates the author questions or is uncertain about something.
Flashcard 5: Identify a word that signals the author's disdain.
Answer: Contempt. Shows the author's scorn or strong disapproval.
Flashcard 6: Identify the author's stance: 'The proposal is flawed beyond repair.'
Answer: Critical. 'Flawed beyond repair' shows strong negative judgment.
Flashcard 7: Identify an author's view: 'This policy is a step in the right direction.'
Answer: Optimistic. 'Right direction' indicates hope and positive expectations.
Flashcard 8: Which term refers to an author’s expression of regret?
Answer: Lament. Expresses sorrow or disappointment about a situation.
Flashcard 9: Which term refers to an author's underlying assumption?
Answer: Premise. The basic belief or assumption underlying the author's argument.
Flashcard 10: What indicates an author is emphasizing a point?
Answer: Repetition. Restating key ideas highlights their importance to the author.
Flashcard 11: Identify a feature that distinguishes a personal point of view.
Answer: First-person pronouns. Words like 'I,' 'we,' and 'my' reveal personal involvement.
Flashcard 12: What is a distinguishing feature of an objective point of view?
Answer: Lack of bias. Presents facts without personal opinions or emotional language.
Flashcard 13: What indicates an author is addressing a counterpoint?
Answer: Nevertheless. Acknowledges opposition while maintaining the original position.
Flashcard 14: Identify the author's perspective: 'The reforms are a necessary step forward.'
Answer: Supportive. 'Necessary step forward' indicates approval and positive outlook.
Flashcard 15: What phrase indicates an author is conceding a point?
Answer: Admittedly. Acknowledges a valid point from the opposing side.
Flashcard 16: Identify the author's perspective: 'The reforms are a necessary step forward.'
Answer: Supportive. 'Necessary step forward' indicates approval and positive outlook.
Flashcard 17: What term describes language that is overly positive or negative?
Answer: Biased. Shows unfair prejudice or one-sided perspective in language choices.
Flashcard 18: Which phrase suggests the author is introducing evidence?
Answer: According to. Attributes information to a source, showing evidence-based reasoning.
Flashcard 19: What indicates an author is neutral in a discussion?
Answer: Balanced presentation. Shows equal consideration of different viewpoints without bias.
Flashcard 20: Identify the author's point of view: 'The policy is unquestionably effective.'
Answer: Positive. The adverb 'unquestionably' shows strong approval and confidence.
Flashcard 21: What term describes an author's main position in a text?
Answer: Thesis. The central argument or main claim the author defends.
Flashcard 22: What phrase suggests an author is presenting a counterargument?
Answer: On the other hand. Introduces an opposing viewpoint or alternative perspective.
Flashcard 23: Identify a word that signals contrast in a passage.
Answer: However. Signals opposition or contrast to the previous statement.
Flashcard 24: Which word indicates an author's agreement with an idea?
Answer: Support. Shows the author endorses or agrees with the presented idea.
Flashcard 25: What is a distinguishing feature of an author's point of view in a passage?
Answer: Tone or opinion about a topic. Reflects the author's attitude or stance toward the subject matter.
Flashcard 26: Which phrase suggests the author is presenting an alternative view?
Answer: Alternatively. Offers a different option or perspective for consideration.
Flashcard 27: Identify the author's sentiment: 'The outcome was inevitable.'
Answer: Resigned. 'Inevitable' suggests acceptance of an unchangeable outcome.
Flashcard 28: What term is used for an author’s use of logical reasoning?
Answer: Deduction. Drawing conclusions through logical reasoning from premises.
Flashcard 29: What indicates an author is providing an example?
Answer: For instance. Introduces specific evidence to support a general claim.
Flashcard 30: Which word signals an author's surprise?
Answer: Unexpectedly. Indicates the outcome differed from the author's expectations.