Vocabulary
Advocate
Someone who publicly supports a person or a cause
What is another word for the ending of an essay?
Conclusion
How old was Malala when she gave a speech at the United Nations headquarters?
16 years old
Who adopted Kesz?
A social worker
Where does the thesis statement go in an essay?
The last sentence of the first paragraph.
Distribute
to give items to other people
What are the elements of an essay?
Thesis, Ideas, Details, and Ending/Conclusion
What city was Malala born in?
Mingora
"voiceless" can be a synonym for...
Powerless
What is a thesis statement?
It introduces the topic and previews what the writer will discuss.
The state of knowing that you deserve respect.
Dignity
What is text evidence?
Any evidence/proof from an article or story that can support ideas, arguments, opinions, and thoughts.
What year did Malala win the Noble Peace Prize?
2014
What was Kesz awarded in 2012?
International Children's Peace Prize
What is a writing prompt?
1-3 sentences raising an issue, statement, or asking a question that you will have to respond to in an essay.
Tolerance
The ability to respect other people's beliefs or opinions without criticizing or judging them.
What is text analysis?
What the text means to the reader
What does Malala want government leaders to do? (give at lease two)
- Fight against terrorism and violence
- Ensure freedom and equality for women
- Support the expansion of girl's education in the developing world
What did Desmond Tutu call the young winner?
"A new voice for the voiceless"
What's a good formula to use to create a thesis statement?
Answer the prompt + because + 3 reasons why
Required by law
Compulsory
Read the sentence below. Which element of the essay is it?
Now that he was part of a loving family, Kesz became a champion for other homeless kids.
Central Idea
What is your analysis of this quote from the text?
"We call upon the developed nations to support the expansion of educational opportunities for girls in the developing world."
Malala is speaking out to the countries who are more powerful because they have the means to support education opportunities for those who are in countries that are less powerful and lack resources.
Kesz says he is a "herald of children's rights". What does he mean?
Kesz means that he is an "advocate", or someone who speaks out so the rights of homeless kids are protected.
Is this an effective thesis statement?
This paper will consider the advantages and disadvantages of certain restrictions on free speech.
No, it is not an effective thesis statement.