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The primary function of modal verbs is to convey necessity, possibility, or permission. It always requires an additional
verb. Example: can + fly, should + study
Verb is only one-word, modal verb is two words. Verb: run modal verb: can run

Must is used to express a strong obligation or necessity. “You must pay the bank or else you will be imprisoned.” Give 2
sentences using must. Write your sentences on the blanks.
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Might and may are used to express possibility. “She might not attend the party because she has a fever.” “I may come
home early if the practice finishes early.”
Give three sentences. (1 for might, 2 for may) Write your sentences on the blanks.
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Can is used to express ability. “I can dance.” ”I can cook well.”
Give 2 sentences using must. Write your sentences on the blanks.
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Should is used to express advice. “You should pass your notebook to the teacher.”
Give 2 sentences using must. Write your sentences on the blanks.
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Three Types of CLAIM:

Claim of FACT- a statement that can be proven or disproven. “The Earth is flat.”
Claim of VALUE- a statement that argues that something is bad or good. “Mercy Killing is immoral.”
Claim of POLICY- a statement that argues that a law or something MUST be done. “Smoking in public must be banned.”

Give two examples for each:

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MULTIMODAL TEXT: is the use of multiple modes of elements to communication. It’s purpose is to convey meaning
more effectively. Three types: paper-based, digital-based and live.
Examples:
Paper-based: pictures, song book digital-based: films, electronic poster live: dance recital, public speaking

Give two examples for each on the space provided:

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KEEP THIS IN MIND:

1. You should know and learn more about language to become proficient in research. Also, the primary purpose of
research is to seek and find knowledge.
2. In a research paper compared to a persuasive advocacy piece, you don’t use emotional appeals.
3. D. Employing formal language, persuasive techniques in research and advocacy
4. In "advocacy" you offer solutions. Facts and emotive appeals are commonly used in campaigns to strengthen
arguments and engage the audience. When you want your message more compelling, you should incorporate
emotional stories and vivid imagery.
5. In a persuasive essay, you would find the author's main argument in the rising action.
6. The primary purpose of arguments in a piece of persuasive writing is to change people's points of view or
persuade them to accept new points of view.
7. In a debate, the exposition plays the role of presenting evidence and supporting details.
8. The primary goal of the argumentative essay is to persuade the reader.
9. A counterargument in an argumentative essay predicts what an opponent would say to reject an argument.
10. An expository text provides information, uses clear, focused and specific language and is organized in a logical
way, such as chronological order or by categories.
11. The function of the conclusion in an essay is to summarize the arguments presented.
12. Claim is a term that refers to a clear assertion of a person’s ideas, opinions, or propositions.
13. Expository text is an in-depth explanation about a particular topic.