$100 Words
What are the Transitional Words?
True or False? I-Leap Rubric
Introductory Paragraphs
RACER
100
like
enjoy, be fond of, appreciate, relish, adore
100
She had studied for hours. Therefore, she hoped to do well on the test
therefore
100
A multi-paragraph composition or essay must include at least 3 paragraphs.
TRUE
100
What must every Introductory Paragraph include?
a HOOK and a THESIS STATEMENT
100
What does RACER stand for?
Restate, Answer, Cite, Expand, Reread
200
good
excellent, positive, marvelous, fabulous
200
Jane studies all the time. In contrast, Bill never studies.
In contrast
200
Using FANBOYS, DAAWWWUBBIS, and interrupter sentences will help you get more points.
TRUE
200
What is a hook?
A hook gets the reader's attention. A hook can be a question, a fact, or a personal story (anecdote).
200
Restate this question, then answer it: If you could choose to live in Florida or in California, what would you choose?
"If I could choose to live in Florida or in California, I would choose __________."
300
easy
simple, basic, uncomplicated
300
Bill ate too fast. Therefore, he had indigestion.
therefore
300
Citing from the text isn't that important.
FALSE. You can only get a 2 on your essay if you don't cite from the text.
300
What is a THESIS STATEMENT?
A thesis statement is a sentence that tells the reader the topic of your essay.
300
What are some phrases you can use to cite from the text?
"According to the article..." "In the text it says....." "In paragraph 5 it states that....."
400
hate ( as a verb)
shun, loathe, detest, scorn, despise
400
He stayed up too late last night; consequently, he slept until noon.
consequently
400
As long as you cite from the text, it doesn't really matter what you choose to cite.
FALSE. The evidence you cite must be specific and well-chosen. It must support your central idea.
400
TRUE OR FALSE? I should give reasons to support my thesis statement in the introductory paragraph.
FALSE. State your reasons and arguments in the middle paragraphs.
400
What's wrong with this answer? "If I had to choose between owning a cat or a dog, I would pick both. I love both cats and dogs."
You MUST choose just one option.
500
see
notice, examine, observe, witness, detect
500
I want you to buy milk, eggs, and fruit juice. Furthermore, don't forget to get cereal and ice cream.
furthermore
500
Transitional words are important.
TRUE. (first, next, in addition, however, surprisingly, etc.)
500
Compare and Contrast an introductory paragraph with a closing paragraph.
BOTH: include thesis statement INTRO: has a hook CLOSING: end with an interesting fact or personal experience
500
What's wrong with this answer? I think being a doctor is a better choice.
You don't know what the question was! Being a doctor is a better choice than WHAT?
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