Argumentative
What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?
It informs the reader what the main idea and focus of the writing will be
What are NOT ways to hook your audience in your introduction?
Say “I’m going to tell you about…” Ask a simple yes/no question
Name at least three sequence transition words that you should use in a narrative.
at the same time, in a moment, in the meantime, meanwhile, by the time, whenever, once, when, all of a sudden...
In this point of view, the narrator is not a character in the story.
third person
What does an argumentative essay have, that an informative essay does not have?
counterclaim and rebuttal
What are at least two different ways an informative essay can be organized?
Cause/Effect
Compare/Contrast
Chronological
Problem/Solution
What are the supporting materials you use to prove a point called?
evidence
Introduces the characters, setting, and point of view in the _______ section of the plot line.
exposition
The narrator is a character in the story.
First Person point of view.
Before including a direct quotation (text evidence) you must _______ the quotation. Give an example.
Embed the quotation.
The website waterforsudan.org explains, "...."
What does a conclusion need to do in an informative essay?
Make the essay feel complete. Restate the thesis. Summarize main ideas. Tell the readers the most important thought you want them to remember.
What is the most important thing to do when including source evidence in your essays?
Always cite or identify the sources
Use ______to make a narrative come to life with smells, sounds, touch, taste, and feel.
sensory details
The narrator is not a character in the story but knows the thoughts and feelings of ONE character.
Third Person LIMITED
What is the purpose of a thesis in an argument essay?
It tells the reader the point of view or position of the writer.
Name at least two transition words that show opposition or contradiction.
however, on the other hand, despite, conversely, even though, on the contrary, then again...
This is the point of highest suspense in a narrative where the conflict must be resolved.
Climax
The narrator is not a character in the story and knows the thoughts and feelings of multiple characters.
Third Person OMNISCIENT.
“Some may argue...” is a good sentence starter to introduce what?
A counterclaim. This should be followed with "However,..."
What are two effect/consequence/result transition words?
as a result, therefore, in effect, in that case, hence, thus...
How does the writer of an essay keep the tone formal and objective?
Avoids writing in first person, does not use slang or abbreviations, uses more specific, higher grade-level vocabulary
Authors may use dialogue, actions, thoughts, and feelings to develop a ________.
character
The narrator speaks to the reader by using the pronoun "you." Sometimes used with another point of view.
Second Person