Citing Sources
When should you cite a source?
When quoting or paraphrasing the text
How many paragraphs should an essay be?
5
What is the purpose of a hook?
To get the readers attention
Should you introduce new material in your conclusion?
No
How many body paragraphs should you have?
3
True or false? You should always reread your writing to make sure that you didn't forget anything or make any mistakes.
True: Bonus points if you read it out loud to yourself to hear the mistakes that you normally fix inside your head.
What does it mean to quote a source?
To use the exact words that the source has.
Name the 5 paragraphs of an essay in order.
Introduction
Body
Body
Body
Conclusion
What is the purpose of an introductory paragraph?
To catch the readers interest, and preview what you will talk about in the essay.
What is the purpose of a conclusion?
To review what you have written and wrap it up.
What are 4 things do you need to present in your body paragraph?
Point/Reason
Evidence
Explain
Transition
What should you do to the first letter of a new sentence?
Capitalize it!
What is it called when you quote or paraphrase a text without citing your source?
Plagiarizing
What should you always do at the beginning of a new paragraph to visually show that it is a new paragraph?
Indent
Name two types of hooks you could use for an intro paragraph?
Asking a Question
Quote
Statistic
Anecdote/Short Story
What should you include in your conclusion?
Restate the Thesis
Review your points
Thought Provoking Statement/Look to the Future
Give a sentence starter for a body transition sentence.
“This is why (repeat reason)”
"We can conclude from this (repeat reason)”
“As you can see (repeat reason)
What do you need at the end of every sentence?
A punctuation mark!
What are three ways you can paraphrase a text?
Reword
Rearrange
Rewrite
What is a thesis?
It is where you give your opinion, and tell the reader what they will be reading about.
Name 3 transition sentence starters you could use in your introduction?
First, One reason is,
Next, Second, Another reason,
Lastly, Most Importantly, Furthermore
What are two ways to end a conclusion
Look to the Future or a Thought Provoking Statement/Call to Action
"This shows that..."
"This is because..."
"This means..."
What punctuation mark do you need around both sides of a quote?
"Quotation Marks"
Give a sentence starter for quoting a text titled "How to Study for State Testing".
Optional Responses
According to "How to Study for State Testing"...
The text According to "How to Study for State Testing" states...
What 3 things should be included in an intro paragraph?
A hook
A thesis
Preview of reasons
Give a sample introduction for an essay that's thesis was "School should start later." and the reasons were 1) Students would get more sleep and therefore be more ready to learn. 2) It would allow teachers more prep time in the mornings. and 3) It would decrease tardiness and students missing lessons.
Answer will be judged by Mrs. Haueter
Give a sample conclusion on an essay that's thesis was "School should start later." and the reasons were 1) Students would get more sleep and therefore be more ready to learn. 2) It would allow teachers more prep time in the mornings. and 3) It would decrease tardiness and students missing lessons.
Response to be judged by Mrs. H
Give an example body paragraph for the following point.
Point: If school started later, students would get more sleep and therefore be able to be ready for class.
Evidence: Students need 9-10 hours of sleep and a late start time will make that easier. and/or Students do their best work when they are well rested.
Mrs. Haueter will evaluate your answer.
Name 3 types of punctuation marks and when you would use them.
Exclamation point: to emphasize a point
Question Mark: when asking a question
Period: when making a statement
Quotation Marks: when you are using the exact words from a text