Informational Writing
Argumentative Writing
Poetry
Narrative Writing
Essay Format
100

What is the purpose of informational writing?

To communicate facts from a non-biased perspective.

100

What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?

To argue/persuade.

100

What is a block of text in a poem called?

A stanza.

100

What is the plot of a story?

The sequence of events.

100

What is the first sentence of the introduction called?

The hook.

200
Name two informational transitions.

However, so, but, first-last, since, etc.

200

Where might you use your ability to write argumentative essays?

Debates, letters to the newspaper, advocating for a disadvantaged person, etc. (Many answers)

200

What were some of the elements of poetry we studied in class?

Rhythm, repetition, and rhyme.

200

What is dialogue?

Dialogue is when characters talk in a story.

200

What are the middle sentences in an introduction called?

Background details/information.

300

What is a fact?

A statement or idea that is based on proof, and measurable. (Similar answers okay.)

300

What sorts of information make good evidence?

Facts, quotes, statistics, or personal experiences.

300

What are two types of structural poems you can create?

Letter poem, found poem, blackout poem, shape poem, etc... (Many answers)

300

What is an archetype?

A very typical or repeated example of a person/thing.

300

What is the difference between evidence and supporting details?

Evidence is meant to prove a point, while supporting details work to explain the main idea.

400

Name the term for the "purpose statement" in an informational essay.

Thesis statement

400

What is the name for the "purpose statement" in an argumentative essay?

Claim.

400

How do poets create rhythm in their work?

By changing the stress they place on certain phrases, words, or parts of words.

400

Give an example of the hero archetype.

Hercules, Superman, Dora, Paul Bunyan, etc...  (Many answers)

400

What are the three steps to a conclusion?

1. Re-state the purpose.

2. Explain the main points of the essay.

3. Explain why the information is important.

500

What is the "formula" for a thesis statement?

Topic + observation = thesis
500

In an argumentative body paragraph, what goes between the topic sentence and the concluding sentence?

Evidence.

500

Who wrote "The Red Wheelbarrow"?

William Carlos Williams

500

Give an example of the herald archetype.

White Rabbit from Alice in Wonderland, Hagrid in Harry Potter, newspaper boys, etc...  (Many answers)

500

What is the difference between a claim and a thesis?

A claim expresses an opinion, while a thesis explains a factual observation.

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