Purpose & Organization
What does it mean that a paper has a logical progression of ideas?
The ideas in the essay are in an organized order from the beginning to the end.
What punctuation marks do you use when you integrate a quotation from a source in your essay?
"Quotation Marks"
True or False
It is not important to ensure that the conventions (Grammar, Spelling, & Punctuation) of your essay are adequately used.
False.
You receive 2 points for demonstrating an adequate command of basic conventions
- Spelling
-Punctuation
- Grammar
What genre of writing aims to inform the target audience about the particular object, person, event, or phenomenon. The main purpose is to respond to the main question through explaining the topic in details?
An Informative Essay
What genre of writing that requires the student to investigate a topic; collect, generate, and evaluate evidence; and establish a position on the topic in a concise manner?
An Argumentative Essay
What does it mean for an essay to be consistently focused?
A consistently focused essay should be on topic and focused on the prompt. In an Argumentative Essay the claim should be maintained through out. In an Informative Essay the topic should be maintained through out the entire essay.
When citing Evidence, In order to avoid plagiarism what TWO components you need to identify in your essay?
Identify the Source of the evidence and the Speaker.
In Source 3, Beyonce Knowles states “_________________”
or
Kelly Rowland explains that “______________________________” (Source 2)
Identify the punctuation mark below and Explain how to use it properly.
Punctuation Mark: [ , ]
Comma (,) A comma marks a slight break between different parts of a sentence. Used properly, commas make the meaning of sentences clear by grouping and separating words, phrases, and clauses.
To peak your readers interest in your essay, you should start you essay with a Hook.
List the 4 varieties of Hooks you can use to begin an an Informative essay.
-Interesting Statement
-Fact
-Question
-Quote
Provide the term for the definition below:
Stating your main point and position an issue
Claim
Before you write your essay what are TWO actions that you have to do?
2. Briefly Outline the components of your Essay
Ex:Argumentative: Intro, Claim, Counterclaim, Rebuttal
What punctuation marks do you use when you want to omit/remove the middle of a quote?
Ellipses (...) indicate text has been removed. They are only used in the middle of the quote, never the start or end.
Identify the punctuation mark below and Explain how to use it properly.
Punctuation Mark: [ ; ]
Semicolon can be used between two closely related independent clauses, provided they are not already joined by a coordinating conjunction (and, but, etc.)
Is this thesis appropriate for an informative essay? Why? Why not?
Thesis: There should not be an age limit on individuals who want to get a tattoo because everyone should be free to add artwork to their bodies and individuals should be able to express themselves.
No, this thesis should be used for an argumentative essay because the writer is arguing that there shouldn't be an age limit to get a tattoo.
What is a Counterclaim?
A counterclaim is the opposite of a claim. When you're planning an argument, you need to know what the counterclaim might be so that you can make sure that you disprove it with your reasons and evidence.
List TWO ways you avoid having an Argumentative Essay that has little awareness of purpose, audience, and task; little or no organizational structure?
You need to have a:
-Clearly stated and strong Claim
-Address Opposing Claims
-Logical progression of ideas
Examine the Embedded Evidence below and Identify if the Evidence is embedded correctly.
Timon and Pumbaa adopt Simba only for their own selfish purposes. Timon points out to Pumbaa, You know, having a lion around might not be such a bad idea.
This is Incorrect because it is missing the Source that the quote derived from and the quotation marks identifying the evidence.
Explain the difference of the context in which you used the following words:
Where
Were
Wear
Where: Used to refer to a point of reference
Were: Used to describe something that happened in the past
Wear: Used a verb that means, “to carry or have on”
Which Prompt is an appropriate Prompt for an informative essay? Why?
Prompt #1 : Explain the cause and effects of a poor diet on the human body.
Prompt #2: Should the financial literacy be taught in school?
Prompt #3: Explain the advantages and disadvantages of of being a fan of Beyonce.
Prompt #1 & #3 because the prompz is asking the writer to inform his or her audience about the given topic
After you provide a Counterclaim, What is the next step in your writing?
Providing a Rebuttal in which you address and refute your counter claim
What are main components of an Argumentative Essay?
-Introduction
-Claim & Evidence
-Counterclaim & Rebuttal
-Conclusion
After you have embedded a quote in your body paragraph, What are your next steps?
- Unpack your Evidence by Summarizing the Quote
- Provide your reasoning to how this quote connects with or supports your Fact (Informative Essay) or Claim (Argumentative Essay)
Explain the difference of the context in which you used the following words:
Their
There
They're
Their means the opposite of here; “at that place.”
There means the opposite of here; location
They're is a contraction of “they are” or “they were.”
Is this an effective introduction? Why or why not?
During the Great Depression, millions of people lost jobs, and families struggled to find financial footholds. It lasted for ten years, leaving very strong memories of dramatically dark times. Throughout those years, people found new ways to cope with the struggles, and interestingly enough, new emotions and belief in the ideals of America. Everybody learned the importance of being resourceful, while also keeping hope for the future and growing more unified and patriotic as a country.
Yes it is effective. However the writer could add a hook. The writer provides a thesis about being resourceful and growing to be more unified and Patriotic.
Outline the Main components of an Argumentative Essay
Intro with Claim
Body 1 with Evidence & Elaboration
Body 2 with Evidence & Elaboration
Counterclaim and Refutation
Conclusion