Essay Format
BT Core Values
Formal vs. Informal
Potpourri
Random Facts about Me
100

The beginning of your essay. 

What is a hook
100

Engaged in class every day

What is Passion for Learning

100

I love Breakthrough!

Informal

100

What is the plot of the Simpsons movie?

Homer creates a national environmental crisis

100

I am from where?

Acceptable answers are, Ohio, Cincinnati, Toledo, Wood County, or Hamilton County 

200

Your main argument in your persuasive essay

What is a thesis?

200

Offering the same _____ that some shows you 

Respect

200

Attending Breakthrough this summer, can't go on vacation. 

Informal.

200

What is the name of the main teacher in Dance Moms?

Abby 

200

I played what character in my 8th grade musical?

The Grinch 

300

Justifies your evidence and connects back to the point in your paragraph 

What is an explanation

300

Talking out in class is an example of 

Bravery 

300

Translate to formal writing: I can't wait to finish breakthrough so I can catch up on my sleep!

Answers will vary

300

Name all of the Kardashians/Jenners

Courtney, Kim, Khloe, Kris, Kendall, and Kylie. Special guest Caitlyn Jenner

300

What sport did I play in high school?

Cross Country

400

Restating your points in your conclusion paragraph

What is the review

400

Being reliable with your classmates and homework is called what?

Reliability 

400

Translate to informal: After going to the grocery store he went home and made dinner

Answers will vary 

400

What is the name of the lady that got hit by the car and fell off the parking garage in the South Beach Towing? 

Bernice 

400

What school do I attend right now?

University of Cincinnati  

500

The 9 parts of an essay are called what 

Hook, Set Up, Thesis, Point, Evidence, Explanation, Thesis Restatement, Review, Clincher

500

Can you list all 7 BT core Values

Passion for Learning, Respect, Courage, Accountability, Leadership, Teamwork, and Excellence 

500

Differences between Informal Writing and Formal Writing?

Formal Writing has longer more complex sentences with greater emphasis on punctuation. Formal writing also has no abbreviations and contractions. 
500

Name all the major cities in Ohio

Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Columbus

500

How old am I 

21

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