What is the type of evidence I should use to support my points for Paper 1?
Current events/experiences, references to some articles.
What parts of the question do I need to pay extra attention to in Paper 2?
Command words (tells you how to respond).
How much time do you have to complete Paper 1 and Paper 2?
Paper 1: 75 minutes
Paper 2: 1hr and 45 minutes
Fix this sentence.
i went out to the store with my sister and we broht back several ingredeants for dinner
What is the tone of a discursive essay?
Objective, neutral, non-biased, and thoughtful
How many words should I write for Paper 1?
600-700 words.
True or false? I have to use complete sentences when answering questions for Paper 2.
False. (unless it is a "continuous prose" question.)
What type of essay should I write for Paper 1?
Discursive
Fix this sentence
Since the doctors office was closed I was not able to check if I have the flew
What is the correct formula for organizing my discursive essay?
There is no set method for organizing my discursive essay. (X,Y,X,Y or X,X,Y,Y)
Write which side is the better side. (Should not be your personal opinion, it should be based on your points and evidence)
What are the numbers at the end of the lines provided, and what is their purpose?
The numbers are called marks. They tell you how much content should be in your answer.
True or False? I can show up for my Paper 1 exam and skip my Paper 2 exam. I will still get scored.
False!!!
Fix this sentence...
Because of my brother. I was not able to complete all my homework on time he was bothering me and distracting me all night.
What is the purpose of a discursive essay?
To explore multiple perspectives to eventually come to a justified decision about the issue
What does my thesis for Paper 1 have to include?
Has to consider both sides of the prompt.
What does "continuous prose mean?"
What letters are passing for both Paper 1 and Paper 2?
A,B,C,D,E
Free spot
Free stop
When I am struggling to come up with other perspectives for my discursive essay, what strategy can I use to help me?
hand approach/lens group
Name at least 3 things that I should NOT do when writing my Paper 1.
-use contractions
-use personal pronouns
-use rhetorical questions
-use persuasive language
Name 2 things I need to pay attention to as I am reading Part A materials?
-Characters (occupation, characteristics, relationships, and background)
-Benefits and Non-benefits of the options presented (I am always going to be asked why "X" is better than "Y"
-All information in the Additional Information.
What are the primary objectives I will be graded on in Paper 1 and in Paper 2?
Paper 1: AO3 (This concerns your ability to communicate clearly to your audience by using accurate grammar, spelling, and other mechanics. It also concerns your ability to use language that is appropriate for your audience and your purpose. )
Paper 2: AO2 (This concerns your ability to go beyond mere understanding; it involves your ability to interpret information, and offer a supported judgement as a result of these observations. )
Fix this sentence
The students job was in jeopardy because she was constantly showing up late she was not proforming her duties correctly and she left stole the bosses keys.
What types of words could I use to help sound less persuasive/argumentative in my discursive essay?
Qualifiers