Narrative Writing
story
Informational writing must be _____________, meaning it only presents the facts, not opinions.
Unbiased
Argumentative writing is when you ____________ an audience of your _______________ on something.
Persuade/convince; stance/opinion/views/take/beliefs
Fill this sentence with better descriptive language, adding 2 adjectives, 1 adverb & 2 vivid verbs.
Amar plays the trumpet.
Example:
Soothing music floats through the air as Amar skillfully belts a jazzy tune on his trumpet.
Write the basic meanings of these terms:
1. Debris
2. Scowl
3. Crafty
4. Monotonous
1. Scattered waste or remains
2. Frown/dirty look
3. Clever in a dishonest way
4. Boring, dull, repetitive
My favorite soda is ___________________.
Coke Zero
A biographical narrative is....
A true story written about someone else
The three purposes of informational writing are to _____, to _______, and to ________.
Teach, explain, and inform
There are three main rhetoric devices used in argumentative writing. Correctly label each device in the examples below.
1. Research shows that 6 out of 7 teachers hate the phrase 6-7.
2. Without the use of technology in schools, students will be unprepared for the real world, leaving them lost, confused, behind, and incapable.
3. Doctors and nurses all across America are urging adults to consider packing hand sanitizer on their person to keep germs at bay this holiday season.
1. Logos
2. Pathos
3. Ethos
Remove the unnecessary words/phrases from this sentence.
Julia likes and enjoys playing video games at home in her room because she and her friends can gather together to compete in lively battles all while they yell and they shout at one another.
Julia enjoys playing video games in her room because she and her friends compete in lively battles while shouting at one another.
List the basic meanings of these words:
1. Subdue
2. Woe
3. Amiable
4. Unanimous
5. Verge
1. Control by force
2. Deep sadness
3. Friendly
4. Everyone agrees
5. The edge
What is my favorite hobby?
Reading!
The three types of narratives are:
Narrative (or self/autobiographical), Biographical, and fictional.
Three ways to determine the reliability of a source are:
Many possible answers!
A thesis statement contains 3 parts. What are they?
Now, use those 3 parts to create a solid thesis statement on an argumentative topic of your choice.
Topic, claim, subtopics
Example:
Teens should get more PE time in the school day because it is good for physical health, mental health, and social health.
Use the two simple sentences below to construct a compound sentence. Then use the simple sentences to create a complex sentence.
The semester is almost over. I hope I can pass my classes.
Compound: The semester is almost over, so I hope I can pass my classes.
Complex: Since the semester is almost over, I hope I can pass my classes.
List the basic meanings of these words:
1. Erratic
2. Lucrative
3. Zealous
4. Affluent
5. Tactful
1. Chaotic, unpredictable
2. Profitable, worthwhile
3. Enthusiastic
4. Rich
5. Polite
What are the names and approximate ages of my two children?
Clara (3.5) and Grant (1.5)
A narrative should always begin with a dynamic story starter. Create one using one of the techniques we practiced!
Answers vary
When using a source, you must follow certain citation rules. Whether paraphrasing, summarizing or direct quoting, an in-text citation is required. Write a pretend paraphrased quote and cite it using the first method. Then write a pretend direct quote and cite it using the second method.
Example response:
According to Lady Gaga, make-up isn't a necessity.
"Studies show that 67% of teenagers overuse the phrase 6-7." (Entertainment Weekly)
Counterclaims are essential for a well-developed argumentative essay. Using the topic below, create a counterclaim using the words "Some people may think that ______________ because ______________, but _______________________."
Popcorn Vs Chips
Example answer:
Some people may say that popcorn is harder to eat because the kernels stick in your teeth but nowadays many popcorn brands have created non-shelled/kerneled varieties to combat this.
Fix the misplaced modifiers in both of the below sentences.
Covered in chocolate, she devoured the cake.
She wore a bicycle helmet on her head that was too large.
I visited the dentist with a toothache.
The torn student's book lay on the desk.
She devoured the cake covered in chocolate.
She wore a too large bicycle helmet on her head.
With a toothache, I visited the dentist.
The student's torn book lay on the desk.
Use the following terms in a sentence correctly:
1. Convene
2. Indifferent
3. Shabby
1. You all need to figure out a way to not convene at each other's lockers every morning.
2. Everyone else is in love with football or Taylor Swift, but I am indifferent about them both.
3. His old shoes looked quite shabby next to his brand new pair.
This is my _____________ year at Triad and my ________________ year teaching (in total).
First; Tenth
Sasha was so excited for Christmas.
This is an example of telling. Rewrite it to show the scene instead.
Sasha's eyes flew open and her heart began to flutter as she sat up with a start. It was finally Christmas morning! She hastily threw on her robe and rushed down the stairs, not even bothering to put on her slippers. When she reached the living room, her eyes grew as wide as saucers and her throat let out a piercing shriek as her gaze locked in on the gift of her dreams: a shiny new hot-pink bicycle.
Transition words are essential for any good informational essay. List 3 for a first body paragraph, 3 for a middle body paragraph, 3 for a final body paragraph, and 3 for a conclusion.
Many answers may apply
Every effective argument begins and ends with strong statements. Create an engaging scenario for an opening statement and a compelling call to action. Your topic is: dogs wearing clothes.
It's negative 3 outside in the dead of winter. Snow cakes the ground. Your poor pooch has to go pee. Do you make him suffer through the harsh conditions just to relieve himself?
So, the next time you take your beloved four-legged friend outside to do his daily business, be sure to bundle him up with a nice, warm sweater.
Use brackets correctly in the below scenario:
Original Quote: Mia Pine, a famous celebrity, is urging her fans to donate to an animal shelter this holiday season.
Your Quote: This season is sure to be a repeat of last winter for most furry friends. I encourage all celebrities to do what Mia Pine did last year. Using social media in December of 2024, "Mia Pine, a famous celebrity, is urging her fans to donate to an animal shelter."
This season is sure to be a repeat of last winter for most furry friends. I encourage all celebrities to do what Mia Pine did last year. Using social media in December of 2024, "Mia Pine, a famous celebrity, [urged] her fans to donate to an animal shelter."
Use the following terms in a sentence correctly:
1. Juncture
2. Brusque
3. Avert
4. Retort
1. The students collided at the juncture of the 8th and 7th grade hallways.
2. She spoke in a bruqsue tone every time she subbed for a rowdy class.
3. Each time I ask a question, students always avert their eyes.
4. Whenever I tell my daughter "no", she always responds with an angry retort.
Write a 2-3 sentence "quote" of what Mrs. Sweitzer might say. Read it in your best Mrs. Sweitzer impersonation!
Answers (scarily) vary.