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Argumentative/Synthesis Essay correct answers -intro, 2-3 main points, counterargument, conclusion -counterargument can be separate paragraph anywhere in the body, or tied in to one of the main point paragraphs -use at least 3 sources, 1 to back up counterargument -use specific evidence; don't make the reader look up evidence -"According to Source A..."; put (Source A) at the end of sentence using specific evidence -high diction -clear, concise thesis -don't stress over qualifying, defending, or challenging; whatever you choose, do it well Rhetorical Analysis Essay correct answers -analyze diction, syntax, rhetorical strategies -show respect for author -refer to author (if any) by full name first, and then last name once you use full name -avoid cliches ("so-and-so paints a picture," etc.") -do not waste time on intro -no contractions- spell everything out -clear, concise thesis Argumentative/Elaboration Essay correct answers -use examples from history, literature, science, personal, etc (at least 3 examples is best) -come up with your own evidence -refer to author (if any) by full name first, and then last name once you use full name -clear, concise thesis Alliteration correct answers when two words in a sentence begin with the same letter EX: The big blue ball Antonomasia correct answers a substitution of any epithet or phrase for a proper name EX: "The King of Rock n Roll" for Elvis Presley Anthimeria correct answers any novel change in a word's use, most commonly the use of a noun as if it were a verb EX: "Chill-cold; there's a time to break and a time to chill" Assonance correct answers the repetition of identical or similar vowel sounds, usually in successive or proximate words EX: "she sells seashells by the seashore"