Unpack the Prompt
What is the purpose of the prompt?
Name two Transition phrases for a conclusion
In conclusion, In essence, As a result, To sum it up, Overall
Strategy for finding text evidence in the passage
Look back in the text, highlight or # key ideas and details, and underline them
Format for Introduction
Topic sentence
Tell what will be used
State the main idea
Name the four areas of focus for revisions.
content, style, word choice, and sentence structure
After reading the passage, what is the next step towards completing a TDA?
Create a Graphic Organizer to organize your thoughts.
Name two Transitions to introduce evidence
For example, for instance, such as, illustrated by, On page, the author states
Wording for introducing text evidence/quotation
According to the text, passage, author
The text/author/passage states
Format for Body Paragraphs
Topic Sentence
Provide answer
Give Text Evidence
Prove It/Explain
Repeat
Conclusion Sentence
What type of graphic organizer is typically used when comparing & contrasting two stories?
Venn Diagram
transition word for BP 1
first, initially, to begin,
How should you cite evidence in passage
direct quote need quotations (author name, line # or pg #)
Format for Conclusion
Restate the main idea
Restate what was discussed
Conclusion sentence to make the reader think
The passage and the text box both discuss how Maria Anna and Wolfgang’s parents helped the sister and brother develop as artists. Write an essay analyzing the importance of this support in helping Maria Anna and Wolfgang succeed. Use evidence from both the passage and the text box to support your response. What is this prompt asking you to do?
1. Analyze the importance of the support from their parents, which helped Maria Anna and Wolfgang succeed 2. Use evidence from both texts
Transition word for BP 2 or 3
In addition, along with, as well, furthermore
Wording to explain your text evidence (Prove it statement)
This evidence/quote shows/explains/supports
Steps for choosing a graphic organizer
Figure out what the text is asking, decide which organizer will work best, and then use scrap paper to create
Name a strategy for "breaking down the prompt."
Underline the things to do, make a to-do list of everything needed in your essay, and put difficult prompts in your own words.
Give me a set of transition words
BP1, BP2, BP3, Conclusion
First, next, finally, In conclusion
To begin, next, in addition, Overall
How many pieces of text evidence per BP?
At least 2 pieces of text evidence per paragraph
Name 3 types of graphic organizers
Venn Diagram
Web
T-Chart
Time line
Concept map
Bridge chart
When writing your TDA, what can you add to improve your word choice and vocabulary? Give an example.
Literary elements: Exposition
TDA Vocabulary: Introduces, explains, evidence, etc.
Replace overused words
Add transitions