Grammar
Is this sentence written correctly? on our way to the beach, the tire blew out.
Nay! The first word in a sentence should be capitalized!
What is included in the Thesis Statement?
Claim/topic and three reasons!
How many body paragraphs are there in an essay?
Three; one for each reason listed in the thesis!
True or False: Each paragraph has at least five sentences, except for the conclusion, which has at least six.
False-- All have at least five!
What is the name of the author of "Thank You M'am"?
Langston Hughes!
What's incorrect in the following sentence? Can you Believe I'm going to the Nicki Minaj concert?
Do not capitalize common words like believe in sentences!
What type of hook is this sentence? Have you ever stepped into a dark, wet cave to see if there were any bats in it?
Question!
What is one reason to use a transition listed in the Course Workbook?
To continue in the same direction, to change direction, to provide an example, to demonstrate, to order your ideas.
Fill in the blank. In the conclusion paragraph, I _________ my thesis statement.
What are the five components of the objective summary?
Who, what, when, where, and why!
Is this sentence written correctly? When reading a book, i like to sit on the porch in the sun.
Nada! ALWAYS capitalize the word 'I', even in the middle of the sentence!
What can you use as a 'hook' in your introductory paragraph?
I can ask a question, use a quote, use a shocking statistic, imagery, use a exclamation, or use a shocking statement!
How many sentences are in each body paragraph?
Five! Topic sentence (which states your reason), Three supporting details sentences (which provides your evidence), and a concluding sentence (which ties your paragraph together).
True or False: The concluding statement expands on the ideas in the essay.
False-- the concluding statement restates in different words the ideas already stated in the essay.
Correct this run on statement:
"Today, I will see the alien Gorbadorb I will also shake hands with President Lincoln through my time machine".
Today, I will see the alien Gorbadorb, and I will also shake hands with President Lincoln through my time machine.
What is grammatically missing from the following sentences? Last night I watched the Pro Bowl game on ESPN. Are you going to a Super Bowl party to watch the big game?
Trick Q! The sentences are grammatically correct.
Is this a good Thesis Statement? My plans for spring break include going to the lake and looking at the newest magazines and getting a suntan.
Nay! It should read: My plans for spring break include going to the lake, looking at the newest magazines, and getting a suntan.
What is the name of the sentence that starts the body paragraphs, supports the thesis, and responds to the prompt?
The topic sentence!
What transitional phrase should you avoid using in a concluding paragraph?
In conclusion (it is redundant as the reader knows that this is the last paragraph).
What point of view should you avoid when addressing the audience/reader?
Second person-- you, your, yours!
What are four aspects of formal writing?
Avoid 1) contractions, 2) the use of third person, 3) the use of colloquial language and slang like "wassap", "yeah", and "what's chilling villain", and 4) abbreviated versions of words (TV vs. television).
What type of hook are these sentences? As I lay on the blanket in the meadow, a soft breeze blew the dandelions. Feeling the sunshine on my face, I thought once again about the upcoming dance.
Imagery
What is the difference between the body paragraphs of an argumentative and a(n) descriptive/explanatory essay?
In an argumentative essay, the body paragraphs provide reasons, examples, and supporting details. In a descriptive or explanatory essay, the body paragraphs provide detailed information about different aspects of the topic.
What statement should the concluding paragraph restate?
The thesis statement!
If the five body paragraphs are composed of the introductory paragraph, the body paragraphs, and the conclusion, at what speed does light travel in a vacuum?
186,282 miles per second!