Transitions and Revision
Name a transition that shows contrast.
however, nevertheless, on the other hand, whereas, in contrast, conversely, meanwhile, etc.
An author’s purpose is their…
Reason for writing something
Name one type of evidence
Anecdote, historical fact, expert opinion, statistics/research
Which is stronger evidence?
“Kids are distracted because of phones.”
“One study found that smartphone users check their phone 150 times a day.”
“One study found that smartphone users check their phone 150 times a day.”
“The policy failed. ___, students had fewer chances to take the test.”
However, as a result, etc.
Fill in the blank with an appropriate transition: “Screen time is rising. ____, so are anxiety levels.”
Similarly, at the same time, concurrently, etc.
How is a body paragraph typically structured?
Topic sentence, evidence, analysis
A university study measuring how social media affects teens’ moods would be considered what kind of evidence?
Statistics/research
Which is stronger evidence?
“My friend feels good after soccer.”
“A 2023 study found teens who exercise 3x a week report better mental health.”
“A 2023 study found teens who exercise 3x a week report better mental health.”
A writer adds “He likes ice cream” to a paragraph about Obama’s politics. Should it stay?
No, it’s irrelevant.
A writer wants to add, “Abraham Lincoln was 6’4’’ in a paragraph about his speeches. Keep or cut?
Cut– it’s not relevant information
How is an introduction paragraph typically structured?
Hook, background, thesis
An interview with a child psychologist who has published a number of books on how social media affects mental health would be considered what kind of evidence?
Expert opinion
Which might be considered the weakest evidence?
Peer-reviewed study
Statewide test data
An interview with a passerby
An interview with a passerby
Which transition shows similarity?
However
Likewise
On the other hand
Likewise
Revise the structure and language to make a stronger sentence: “Climate change is bad. People are worried.”
Ex) Climate change is a serious issue that many people find anxiety inducing.
What is this structure called in writing? Problem→ cause → effect → solution
Problem-solution structure
A personal story about how social media has affected your life would be considered what type of evidence?
Anecdote
What is it called when a writer shows how evidence supports a claim?
Reasoning, analysis
A direct quotation from a scientist is this type of evidence.
Expert testimony
Name two transitions that summarize or conclude.
In conclusion, to sum up, overall, therefore, consequently, on the whole, as a result, etc.
Why should you notice an author’s perspective?
Determines their reason for writing, identifies their argument, helps spot potential bias
Name three types of evidence
Anecdote, historical fact, expert opinion, statistics/research
In the sentence “According to Haidt, “something went suddenly and horribly wrong for adolescents in the early 2010s,” what do you call ‘According to’?
An author begins with history, then explains the present issue, then offers solutions. Why is this effective?
Gives context before proposing change