Purpose & Structure
What are the parts of an introduction?
hook/attention grabber, background information, and thesis statement
What is a reference to a source called?
Citation
Which of the following words is an example of academic vocabulary:
1. backyard
2. compare
3. because
Compare
When your writing test starts, what are the first 3 steps that you should do?
1. Find PFA
2. set up planning sheet (organize boxes from introduction to conclusion)
3. start reading and dissect/break down the prompt
What day is the writing test?
April 4th (Thursday)
In an argumentative essay, the overall stance the writer takes on an issue.
claim/position(7th & 8th)
The ____________ should be smoothly integrated, relevant, and from multiple sources.
Evidence
How do you make a simple sentence a compound sentence?
You add a conjunction (FANBOYS)
When reading the sources, what is one best practice that you can implement during testing?
Text-Coding
Highlighting relevant evidence
Using your planning sheet to take notes
What document should you interact with on the day of testing?
Planning Sheet
What must your essay include to be considered complete?
Introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion
(Also, counterclaim if you're writing an argumentative essay)
When writing an argumentative essay, what is the complete opposite of your claim/position called?
Counterclaim
What conjunction would you use to complete the following sentence?
Neither my mom ________ I understand these directions.
nor
What 3 things should you check before you submit your essay?
punctuation, capitalization, and spelling
How many points total is your essay worth?
12
What do you infuse in your writing to connect ideas within and among paragraphs, creating cohesion?
Transitions
What is the difference between the two statements below?
Statement #1: According to Source 2, sleep is connected to how well a student performs in school.
Statement #2: Source 2 states, "There is a direct correlation between the amount of sleep a student gets and their academic success."
Statement #1 is evidence that has been paraphrased.
Statement #2 is a direct quote from the source.
What correction should be made to the following sentence:
Today's choices for pets go beyond the question of whether to get a cat or a dog?"
Change the question mark to a period.
When you have 10 minutes left for testing, what should you do?
If you have not already done so, type your conclusion paragraph.
Edit & Revise
How many minutes do you have to take the test?
120 minutes
What is the role of the thesis statement in an essay?
This sentence tells the reader what the essay will be about.
What does PFA stand for and why is it so important to confirm before you start writing?
PFA = Purpose, Focus, Audience
It's important to confirm each of these elements before the writing test to ensure that my writing remains on topic from beginning to end.
Is this a run-on sentence?
After hours of arguing about the rent, the housework, and the education of the kids, he angrily left, slamming the door behind him, while I was left all alone to try to figure out how to manage the rest of my life.
No!
Always check your body paragraphs to ensure they include the following:
Topic Sentence (claim)
Evidence
Elaboration
Closing Sentence
AKA CER!
What are the 3 transitional phrases to use when writing your counterclaim?
1. Some people may argue...
2. While this is a good point...
3. For example...