Writing- General
Where can you find your topic?
In the writing prompt.
What is the goal for TOTAL number of paragraphs in your essay?
5 total- intro, 3 body paragraphs, conclusion
How many pieces of evidence (at least) should be in each body paragraph?
2
Give some examples of what conventions are.
Capitalization, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, vocabulary, etc... It also needs to be LEGIBLE.
What key word(s) will you see in the prompt for an expository essay?
Explain, expository, informational
Give two examples of transitions you could use- one for body 1 and one for body 2.
1- To begin, to start, the first reason why...
2- Additionally, to continue, more importantly...
What is the difference between evidence and elaboration?
Evidence comes from the text/sources and elaboration comes from YOU.
What is a simple strategy to use to spell a word correctly that is frequently used in the sources?
LOOK BACK IN THE TEXT- NO SHORTCUTS!!
What key word(s) will you see in the prompt for an argumentative essay?
Opinion, argumentative, give your opinion
How can you make your conclusion DIFFERENT from your introduction? HINT: You're providing a lot of the same information so it shouldn't sound repetitive.
The goal is to rephrase the information- reorganize the sentences, use different vocabulary words, and rearrange the structure of how the information is ordered (ex: switch order of topic/main ideas).
How do you know if you selected the correct evidence to be in your body paragraph?
All of your evidence should support/be connected to the main idea.
What are some MINOR changes that CAN be made in the final step of the writing process?
Small spelling errors, minor punctuation mistakes, etc. Things that will take a SHORT amount of time to fix.
When choosing a side for argumentative, how do you decide your opinion?
Choose whichever has the most evidence, NOT your personal preference
What are some examples of how to organize your hook?
1- interesting fact
2. setting/event
3. rhetorical question
**any other strategies taught**
Give two examples of citations you can use to credit the sources?
According to the text..., the author states..., "title of source"..., ...(source 1), etc.
What are some MAJOR changes that can NOT be made in the final step of the writing process?
Not staying on topic, choosing the wrong evidence, wrong main ideas, etc. Things that will take a LONG time to fix.
What are all five steps of the writing process?
1- Unpack the prompt
2- Read the sources
3- Plan
4- Write your essay
5- Revise and edit
Ms. Pascale writes an argumentative essay with two body paragraphs. One body paragraph explains why switching classes is beneficial and the other explains the negatives. Explain if she did this correctly or not and explain.
No. You should stick to ONE opinion and provide two reasons WHY you chose that opinion (main idea 1 and 2).
What are some ways you can elaborate (DEER)?
D- Describe
E- Explain
E- Example
R- Reason/reaction
There, their, and they're- define them all correctly.
There- location
Their- possession
They're- They are