W- writing
What type of writing tells a story?
Narrative
What type of question starts with “how” or “why”?
Higher-level question
What is one way to show active listening?
Eye contact / nodding
What tool helps you track assignments?
planner or agenda
What is the main idea?
The most important point
What is the purpose of writing a first draft?
to get your ideas down without worrying about being perfect
What Costa’s level involves comparing and analyzing?
What Costa’s level involves comparing and analyzing?
What is shared responsibility?
Everyone has a role and contributes
Why should you break down big assignments?
Makes them easier to manage
What are details in a reading and what do they support?
Information that supports the main idea
What should every set of notes include at the top that gets answered in the summary?
Essential Question
What is the difference between a primary and secondary source?
Primary = original;
Secondary = explains or analyzes
Why is interrupting someone during a discussion a problem?
It discourages others from sharing, shows disrespect, and can reduce trust in the group.
Why is organization important for success?
Helps you stay prepared, reduce stress, and complete work.
Why preview a text?
To understand what it will be about
What is the purpose of a summary?
To combine main ideas into a shorter version, and ultimately answer the essential question.
What makes a source relevant?
It supports the topic/research question
How does checking for understanding improve group work?
It helps make sure everyone understands the task, prevents mistakes, and keeps all group members involved.
will also accept:
What is backwards mapping?
Backwards mapping is starting with the final goal or deadline and then planning the steps needed to complete the task by working backward.
What does it mean to “mark the text”?
Highlight/annotate important parts
Why is it important to plan writing before drafting?
Helps organize ideas and improve clarity
How does using a graphic organizer improve your inquiry?
It helps organize thinking and/or to visualize your thinking
Why are group norms important for successful collaboration?
They set clear expectations, prevent conflict, and help the group work together effectively.
👉 Stronger answers might include:
thoughts
time
materials
What are the first steps of being an active reader?
Preview the text, look at headings and features, and think about what you already know before reading.
⭐ Stronger answers might include: