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Imagine a world where exploration is forbidden. Write a story about a character who defies this rule to satisfy their innate curiosity.
What form or writing is this?
A narrative (creative narrative/story)
When writing a letter, what do I do first?
Dear so and so,
What is the minimum amount of time that you should take on session 2 of the NMSSA?
A minimum of an hour!
When closing a letter what do I do?
A respectful sign off and my name: sincerely, Mrs. MacIntosh
What button do you push to indent? If that doesn't work what do you do?
tab to indent. If that does not work then press the space bar 5 times.
metaphor, simile, hyperbole, pun, idiom, irony
You have just read diary entries from famous explorer Charles Darwin. Write a story in the form of diary entries, written by an explorer as they make their way through what they thought was an untouched location. Use information from the passages as well as your own thoughts.
Whar is your topic?
the diary entries of an explorer who thought they were explriing an untouched location.
If I have written something that is a strong sentence, that adds length to my writing, but does not fully relate to the prompt, should I keep it in my writing?
No! Even though it's a strong sentence, you should never keep in writing that does not pertain to the prompt. Even if it adds length.
What should I use the "strike out" tool for on my test?
to strike out answers I know are not the right answer.
What do I need to do if I have two related qoutes I want in my writing?
You could:
paraphrase one of the qoutes
Add some linking pharses in between
Your friend is coming to visit you this summer for all of sumemr vacation. They've never been to New Mexico and want to know what should they expect? Write a letter explaining the climate, nature, and things to do in New Mexico.
What is your purpose when writing to this prompt?
to inform
What should you do at the start of each pargraph?
Indent
What is one of the most important things for scoring well on the NMSSA writing?
length (in paragraph format)!
a. "In the article it states that big cats like catnip just like housecats."
b. In the article, it states that "big cats like catnip just like housecats."
c. In the article "it states that big cats like catnip just like housecats"
d. In the article, it "states that big cats like catnip just like housecats"
b. In the article, it states that "big cats like catnip just like housecats."
Each reason needs its own paragraph with explanations in the paragraph.
Should I only directly qoute, only paraphrase, or use both methods when writing?
Use both paraphrasing and qoutations together as this makes your writing more dynamic.
What do good writes always do with their prompt before they start writing?
They use FATP to analyze/dissect the prompt so that their writing is their best.
No, they should be a little different so that it's not redundant.
When writing a formal opinion piece should you use "I think"?
No! You can use "I" satements for informal writing but not for formal.
Name 5 transition words or transitional phrases.
First, second, Third, First off, Secondly, Lastly, Finally, to begin with, in conclusion, however, additionally.
When writing, why do I start a new paragraph?
I have introduced a new idea or grouping information together.
When are the two times I MUST look back at the writing task and "my best writing"?
Before you write and after. But it's also a good idea to check while writing, to make sure you're on task.
How long should a paragraph be? Give me a range.
5-8 sentences.
When you finish writing, and before you submit your writing, what should you do?
Proofread your writing for mistakes, make sure it makes sense, fix or change anything you need to.
If I do not know who I am writing to, who should I assume?