Cards (44)

  • q5 devices
    RREADSMFQC
    repetition
    rhetorical question
    rule of 3
    emotive language
    anecdote
    direct address
    simile
    metaphor
    facts
    quote reliable source
    counter argument
  • q5 structure

    introduction
    short sentence
    first point
    repetition of rule of 3
    second point
    third point
    counter argument
    conclusion
    rule of 3
  • unequivocal
    • leaving no doubt
    • “there is unequivocal evidence”
  • incontrovertible
    • not able to be denied
    • ”the facts are incontrovertible - action must be taken now”
  • catalyst
    causes change
  • dichotomy
    • clear divide
    • “there’s a stark dichotomy between what politicians promise and what they deliver”
  • pernicious
    • gradual harm
  • ostensibly
    • appearing to be true but possible not
    • “ostensibly, fast fashion offers affordability - but at what cost?”
  • impetus
    • force that makes something happen or happen faster
    • “public outrage gave impetus to the government response“
  • ubiquitous
    • present, appearing or found everywhere
    • “plastic pollution is ubiquitous, effecting oceans and wildlife globally”
  • egregious
    • shocking bad
  • mitigate
    • to make something less harmful or serious
    • “we must take steps to mitigate the effects”
  • advocate
    support
  • divisive
    causes disagreement
  • farcical
    ridiculous
  • futile
    pointless
  • perpetuate
    continue
  • scrutinise
    examine closely
  • alleviate
    make less severe
  • candid
    truthful, honest
  • coherent
    logical and consistent
  • concur
    agree with
  • diligent
    showing effort
  • gregarious
    sociable
  • impartial
    unbiased
  • meticulous
    attention to detail
  • nuance
    subtle difference
  • obsolete
    outdated
  • quaint
    beautifully old fashioned
  • Ubiquitous
    present everywhere
  • venerable
    given respect due to age and wisdom
  • zealous
    having ambition for
  • ambiguous
    vague
  • eloquent
    fluent in speaking
  • fervent
    passion
  • judicious
    fair judgement
  • lament
    express sorrow or regret
  • paradoxical
    contradicts itself
  • quintessential
    Representing a typical example of a quality/class.
  • Sagacious
    showing good judgement