Essay Rules
Which sentence grabs the reader's attention?
The hook
What type of sentence is made of two independent clauses, joined by a coordinating conjunction?
Compound sentence
What are TWO ways to practice gratitude that are mentioned in the article?
gratitude notebook, reflect at end of day, say thanks before meals, thank strangers, wave to people in traffic, share gratitude with family
Is stress a fact of life?
Yes!
Which program helps ESOL students go to college?
Jumpstart
I-BEST
Transition Success Center
This paragraph summarizes all the ideas of the whole essay
Conclusion paragraph
What type of sentence is one independent clause and one dependent clause?
Complex sentence
What are TWO benefits of gratitude mentioned in the article?
better sleep, improved mood, stronger immunity, resilience
What are TWO sources of stress mentioned in the article?
finances, health problems, relationships, current events
Which degree requires two years to study?
Associate degree
This part tells the writer's opinion and personal connection to the article
Response paragraph
Write all the FANBOYS conjunctions
for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so
According to the gratitude article, is practicing gratitude easy or difficult for most humans?
difficult
According to the article, what should we do with our phones if we want to relax?
Where is the Wellness Center located on campus?
Building 26
Which sentence gives the reader some general information to prepare for the topic
Background information
What is another way to make a compound sentence, without a FANBOYS?
With a semi-colon
What does resilience mean?
Inner strength to deal with difficult situations
What are THREE negative effects of stress that are mentioned in the article?
tired, drained, overwhelmed, anxiety, loneliness, hopelessness, no motivation, emotional problems, headaches, stomach problems, trouble sleeping
How many Bachelors degrees does Highline have?
7
Which sentence gives the main idea of the whole essay?
The thesis statement
What do we call the sentence mistake when two sentences are combined with a comma instead of a period?
A comma splice
According to the gratitude article, what are our brains designed to do?
Find and solve problems
You can't control what worries you, but you can control _______.
how you react
What does ELCAP stand for?
English Language, Career, and Academic Preparation