Introduction
FORMATTING: What should you do on the first line of each new paragraph?
Indent!
List 3 transitions you could use to show an additional/similar Supporting Detail
Also; Likewise; Furthermore; Moreover: Additionally; Similarly
List 3 transitions you could use at the beginning of a Conclusion
In conclusion; To conclude; To sum up; Ultimately; In summary
What is the purpose of a Persuasive Essay?
To persuade the reader to agree with your opinion on the topic.
Is this a compound sentence? If so, which word makes it a compound sentence?
I call them my best friends because they are always there to help me.
Yes; 'because'
How long should your title be, and what should it include?
~ 4-7 words, including an adjective
What does EX stand for?
Example OR Explanation
What are the 3 sections of a Conclusion?
Restate Thesis; Summary of Main Ideas; Clincher
What section of a conclusion is this:
In conclusion, the case for providing students with more vacation days is undeniable.
Restate Thesis
Is this a compound sentence? If so, which word makes it a compound sentence?
Last year, my friends wanted to make each other laugh, so they drew funny pictures of each other.
Yes; 'so'
What are the 3 parts of an Introduction?
Hook, Background Information, Thesis
List 3 transitions I could use to introduce an example
For example; For instance; To illustrate; To demonstrate; Such as; In this case
What should your Summary of Main Ideas include?
2-3 sentences remining the reader of your Main Ideas, and how they help to support your overall all argument.
What type of clincher is this:
As we think about the future of renewable energy, can we afford to ignore the potential of solar power to revolutionize our energy systems to fight climate change?
Question
Fill in the blank:
Some students study English _________ they want to study in America or Canada.
Some students study English because they want to study in America or Canada.
What does your Thesis need to include in a Persuasive Essay?
Your opinion on the question, and your 3 main reasons why
How many Supporting Details does each Body Paragraph need? What is the purpose of Supporting Details.
Two Supporting Details.
The purpose is to explain how your Main Idea supports our Thesis.
For example, if my Thesis was "Dog are better than cats," my first Main Idea might be "because they have more energy." A Supporting Detail to prove this could be that "dogs need to be walked at least once everyday, which is beneficial for their health and the health of their owners."
What are the 3 things you could use as a Clincher?
Opinion, Prediction, Question
What type of clincher is this:
Looking ahead, I predict that advancements in artificial intelligence will transform the way we live and work.
Prediction
Shorten this phrase:
Some people like reading novels before bedtime because they want to feel less stressed.
Some people like reading novels before bedtime to feel less stressed.
If I were an alien trying to read your essay, which part of your Introduction would help me understand the essay topic/key words?
Background Information!
Sequence Transition + Restate Thesis + Main Idea = ?
Topic Sentence! The first sentence of each Body Paragraph
What are some easy ways to restate your Thesis differently in your Conclusion?
Use synonyms or change the sentence structure
What section of a conclusion is this:
With more vacation days, students will perform better in school and at home. These additional breaks will provide them with the opportunity to recharge, pursue personal interests, and engage in learning outside of the classroom.
Summary of Main Ideas
Fill in the blank:
__________ people read novels is to study English. __________ is that they like the interesting characters in the novels.
One reason people read novels is to study English. Another reason is that they like the interesting characters in novels.