What is an RST?
What does a RST stand for?
Research Simulation Task
What is the first part of the introduction paragraph?
What is your first body paragraph only about?
The first source.
What is the second body paragraph only about?
The second source
What is the first thing you need in your conclusion?
Transition
What kind of sources are given in an RST?
Two articles and a video
Give me an example of how to start a hook...
Did you know...
How does this body paragraph begin?
With a transition.
How does this paragraph start?
What comes after your transition?
Do you write on ALL 3 sources?
No, only 2.
What comes after your hook?
Background sentences on BOTH sources.
What comes after the transition?
A topic sentence
What does it mean to restate your thesis?
To copy and paste it from your introduction paragraph to your concluding paragraph.
How do you know what sources to write about?
The prompt either states it OR you choose.
How do you start the background sentences?
In the article/video, "" it's about...
What is the most important part of your body paragraphs?
Your sandwich!
What's the most important part of this body paragraph?
Your sandwich!
What comes after your restate of the thesis?
Summarizing your 2-3 key thoughts/benefits.
Do RSTs include fictional pieces?
No.
What is the most important part of your introduction?
Thesis.
What makes up a sandwich?
EBT, Quote, Explain Quote
What makes up the sandwich?
EBT, Quote, Explain Quote
Something to ponder/ reverse hook.