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How many total paragraphs should both an informational and argument essay have?
5
What are the two types of essays you may be asked to write tomorrow?
informational and argument
How many points is a short constructed response worth?
2
Explain when incorrect grammar, punctuation, and spelling becomes a problem.
When it interferes with the meaning of the text.
True or False: It is ok if my essay is only 3 paragraphs.
FALSE
How many points is the essay worth?
7
Name two transitions that could be used to begin your first body paragraph.
To begin with, first, to start with, etc.
How many minutes do you have for Day 1 of the ELA GMAS?
90 minutes
How many sentences of elaboration should you have for each piece of evidence?
At least 2
What one component makes an informational essay differ from an argumentative essay?
The counter argument/rebuttal paragraph
What is the purpose of background information in the introduction?
To give necessary information for the reader to understand the topic of the essay.
What is the purpose of the topic sentence in a body paragraph?
To tell the reader what that particular paragraph is about.
Name two transitions to begin a second body paragraph.
Also, in addition, etc.
Name two transitions to begin a rebuttal.
However, while that may be true, etc.
True or False: The conclusion paragraph of the essay can be 3-5 sentences.
True!
Explain the purpose of explaining/elaboration of evidence.
To help the reader understand why that piece of evidence is important.
List the 4 parts of an introduction (in order)
Lead, Background information for the topic, Claim/Thesis Statement, Reasons
What is the purpose of background information in a body paragraph?
To give information about the evidence such as source information and any other necessary information.
How do you create elaboration for your evidence?
Using the How? Question Method.
True or False: It is acceptable to turn in blank scratch paper after Day 1 of the ELA GMAS.
FALSE!!!
Define counterargument.
A counterargument is when an author acknowledges the opinion of an opposing side.
Identify the parts of a body paragraph in order. Do not include transitions.
Topic Sentence, Background Information, Evidence, Elaboration of Evidence, (repeat for 2nd piece of evidence), Summary Sentence
Subjective = includes feelings and opinions
Objective = facts only
Define rebuttal
A rebuttal is when an author further proves his/her argument by responding to a counterargument.
Identify the parts of a counter argument/rebuttal paragraph in order - do not include transitions.
Counter Argument
Rebuttal
Evidence to Support Rebuttal
Elaboration of Evidence