Informative Essay
How long should your informative essay be?
5-7 paragraphs long.
True or False. You have to draw an illustration for your special interest project.
True
What is the baby's name?
Marcos
Define courage.
the ability to do something difficult or dangerous
Define replica
an exact copy or model
At least how many sentences in each paragraph for your informative essay?
4-5 sentences.
True or False. The hook should grab the reader's attention.
True
What is the older sister's name?
Monica
Define energetic
active, full of energy
Define responsibility
A task or job one is in charge of
What is a hook?
How you grab your readers' attention.
Give an example of the correct use of capitalization.
"I" on its own, capitalize when saying a name, title, at the beginning of a sentence, etc.
Ms. M decides.
Who is Marcos? How is he related to Monica?
Marcos is Monica’s newborn younger brother.
Define justify
to defend or explain by reasoning
Define subtle
barely noticeable
What is the purpose of an informative essay?
To inform a reader of a topic.
Give an example of a sentence with the correct form of punctuation.
Ms. M decides.
What does Monica promise to do to help her parents?
Monica promises to do laundry for the family and help make dinner.
Define turmoil
a state of confusion, nervousness, or anxiety
Define wonder
to think about something or be curious about something
Define thesis statement.
A concise summary of the main points or claims of your speech. Usually a sentence long.
Give 4 examples of transition words.
Ms. M decides.
What is another way to say that someone pursued his or her dream?
Someone tried to achieve his or her dream.
Define covertly
done in secret
Define vivacious
energetic and happy; lively