True or False
I must give my phone and any other electronics to my teacher before the test starts, otherwise I put my test and my classmates' tests at risk.
True!
What should I bring with me to do if I finish the test early?
A book or journal.
How many paragraphs should my essay have in total?
5
According to source 2 “roadside attractions are part of American history.
According to Source 2, “Roadside attractions are part of American history.”
What do you call the time and place of a story?
Setting
I don't have to actually read the sources. I can just skim through them.
False!
If I have NO CLUE how to answer a question after reading and rereading it, what should I do?
Use the process of elimination and take your best educated guess.
What is a thesis statement and where does it go?
The thesis statement is the main idea of the essay. It goes in the introduction.
according to source 2 road trips are a good way to see new places!”
According to Source 2, “Road trips are a good way to see new places!”
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
A simile is a comparison that uses like or as. A metaphor does not use like or as.
False
How should I use my scrap paper on the writing AASA?
Use it to organize your thoughts/the structure of your essay.
What paragraphs should NOT have any evidence?
The intro and conclusion
according to source 1 “Roadside Attractions were Very Popular”
According to Source 1, “Roadside attractions were very popular.”
What are the three author's purposes?
Persuade, inform, entertain
I can reuse the same quotes multiple times in my essay.
False!
How can I use the "highlight" tool to help me find sources for my essay?
As you read, highlight sentences that would be good sources. You can even color code your highlighting.
**Double Jeopardy** What is the difference between a topic sentence and a thesis statement? Where does a topic sentence go?
A thesis statement is the main idea of the WHOLE essay. A topic sentence is the main idea of a paragraph.
A topic sentence goes at the beginning of a body paragraph.
according to source 3 roadside attractions can add fun to a boring road trip
According to Source 3, “Roadside attractions can add fun to a boring road trip.”
What is the difference between internal and external conflict?
Internal conflict happens inside a character's head. External conflict happens between a character and an outside force.
I should always proofread my work when I finish to make sure I didn't miss any small mistakes.
True!
How can my hand help me remember the parts of an essay?
Five fingers: five paragraphs
Each segment of your finger represents a part of a paragraph.
What is the purpose of a counter argument paragraph?
To prove the other side wrong
source 2 road trips are one of the most popular types of vacation
According to Source 2, "Road trips are one of the most popular types of vacation."
*** Double Jeopardy***
What is mood? What is tone?
Mood is the feeling that a story gives you. Tone is the author's attitude.