Describing People
What details can you include when describing a person's physical appearance?
Hair color, eye color, height.
What signal word indicates similarity?
[examples]
What should you state first in a persuasive argument?
Your claim or opinion.
How do you start a yes/no question in the past tense?
Start with "Did" + base form of the verb.
What is a summary?
A shortened version of something you've read or seen.
What can you describe about a place?
Physical characteristics, environment, atmosphere.
What's the difference between compare and contrast?
Compare is A way in which two things are alike... Contrast is A way in which two things are different.
What is the goal of a persuasive argument?
To convince the audience to agree with your point of view.
Is the main form of a yes/no past tense question in the past or the present form?
What is the first step in summarizing?
Identify the topic.
Why is it important to add descriptive words in writing?
To create a vivid picture for the reader.
What must you do when you compare two subjects?
Elaborate on the similarity by giving a detail for each side.
Why is it important to provide evidence in a persuasive argument?
To support your claim and make it more convincing.
How do you ask a question about a person's being?
Start with a question word, then use was or were
What should you include in a summary?
The main idea and important details.
What type of language can you use to compare?
Figurative language like similes or metaphors.
What must you do when you contrast two subjects?
Refer to how both sides are different or else you are explaining and not contrasting
What type of language should you use in persuasive arguments?
Persuasive language and emotive vocabulary.
How do you form a negative past tense answer?
Use "did not" and keep the verb in its base form.
Why is it important to leave out unimportant details when summarizing?
To stay focused on the main idea.
How might you describe someone's motivations?
Explain why they are doing what they are doing.
Compare or contrast ESOL class to English class.
[example]
What all should you include in a counterargument?
the counterclaim, the disagreement, and evidence
What's the past tense question to this answer?
She finished her homework last night.
When did she finish her homework?
Give two examples of when you would summarize something.
Tell a friend about your weekend
Give a doctor your medical history
What you see in a movie