Grammar
Expository Essay
Rules and Expectations
What do I do if...
Vocabulary
100

What is wrong with this sentence:

Every time it rains i forget my umbrella.

i --> I

100

What is the first thing you see on an expository essay?

The Title

100

If you are logged on zoom, how can you still be marked absent?

If you are not doing classwork and not responding to the teacher you are considered absent.

100

...I don't understand an assignment?

Ask questions DURING CLASS. Chances are other students don't understand, so speaking up would be helpful to them.

If you run into a problem after class, drop into office hours or EMAIL ME!

100

What does Mandatory mean?

required by law or rules

200

What is wrong with these sentences:


Every time it rains I forget my umbrella.I hope it doesn't rain.

Space after the period!

200

True or false:

An expository essay is trying to convince the reader of something.

False

200

When should you ask for help?

Whenever you need it! Reach out via email or come to office hours!

200

I would like to re-do an assignment for a better score?

Email me ASAP! I will not allow you to re-do something from a very long time ago, but if you made some mistakes and want to do the work for a better score in a timely fashion, chances are I will let you do that. This does not count for quizzes and tests which I expect you to prepare for.

200

Use "grudgingly" in a sentence.

*Teacher will judge answer*

300

What is wrong with this sentence:


There dog is mean to other dogs.

there --> their

300

What is a body paragraph?

They are the middle paragraphs that provide evidence, detail and support to thesis statement.
300

Is my work excused if I am absent?

Nope. I need to check google classroom for new assignments or reach out to my teachers.

300

I can't get into Studysync/Saavas Realize/No Red Ink?

In the google classrooms, under classwork tab at the bottom in the info section there is a doc called "How to join: No red Ink / Saavas / Studysync". There you will find instructions for all the online learning tools.

If you are still confused come to office hours or EMAIL ME immediately.

300

What is "Grit"?

courage and resolve; strength of character.

400

What is wrong with the following sentence: 

no because I don't agree

Incomplete sentence, the reader does not understand what the writer is writing about. No period.
400

What is a thesis statement?

The main idea of your expository essay.

400

What is plagiarism and how can you prevent it?

Copying someone else word for word or not giving credit for using someone else's information.

Make sure you cite your sources and rephrase information unless you use quotes.

400

Should I leave a private comment saying "I don't get it" or turn in empty work?

No, please contact me. You are mature enough to reach out for help. Turning in empty work will result in a zero. I may not see private comments in time to help you, so you must email me if you need help.

400

What is "Locus of control"?

refers to how strongly people believe they have control over the situations and experiences in life

500

What is wrong with this sentence:


I was walking to the store, and, I saw a family of ducks.

Unnecessary commas. This is one thought, commas connect two thoughts like this:

I was walking to the store and saw a family of ducks, one of them was yellow.

500

What is the purpose of an expository essay?

To inform/teach the reader

500

How do I log into Studysync?

9 dots in the top right corner of gmail, red symbol for McGraw Hill, once I am connected via google I can go straight from links in google classroom.

500

...You need to step away from your computer during class?

Chat me or let me know FIRST so I don't mark you absent. I expect you to return within 10 minutes unless you let me know otherwise. 

500

What is "Social Reform"?

movements organized by members of a community who aim to create change in their society

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