Sequential Explanations Texts
What is 1 example of an ACADEMIC sequence word?
Could be:
Initially, Secondly, Another, Subsequently, After that...
What is 1 of the FANBOYS words?
For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So
Realistic or Unrealistic? If I had a million dollars, I would buy a mansion.
Unrealistic
What is 1 example of a cause or an effect word?
Could be:
Due to, Since, As a result, Consequently
What is 1 reason for why handwriting letters matter?
Could be:
- It's a good skill to know
- Helps get your reader to care
- You work harder in writing when you handwrite
What is 1 of the 5 Text Features of a Sequential Explanations Text?
Could be:
- Title, Sequence Words, Present Tense (Verbs), Technical Words, Diagram
What is a Run-On sentence?
A run-on sentence has two (or more) complete ideas that "run" together. More than likely, those ideas are continuously connected with words like "and", "then" or "because".
For a realistic conditional statement, do we use the word "would" or "will"?
For a REALISTIC conditional statement, we use the word "will".
What is a consequence?
A consequence is a result or the effect of something that has happened. Consequences can be GOOD or BAD.
What are ALL 5 Parts of a Letter?
The 5 Parts of a Letter are:
1) Heading (Date) 2) Greeting 3) Body 4) Closing 5) Signature
What is 1 example of a Title of a Sequential Explanations text?
Examples:
How to Do Laundry
The Water Cycle
How to Bake Chocolate Chip Cookies
Short? Medium? Long?
I like to be outside because the fresh air feels good.
This is a "long" sentence because it has two subjects, two verbs and is connected with the word "because".
What does an unrealistic conditional mean?
"Unrealistic conditional" means a situation that COULD happen that is very unreal.
Fill in the blank. Due to ________, I had to retake the math test.
Failing the math test, getting a bad grade, not understanding the material, etc.
What does it mean to be persuasive?
To be persuasive means to get someone to believe something or do something.
What is the technical word (or phrase) for the first stage of the Life Cycle of a Frog?
Egg mass
Simple? Compound? Complex? Why?
Our classroom gets cleaned after school.
This is a simple sentence because it only has one subject, one verb and does not have any special connector words.
What is 1 example of a realistic conditional and unrealistic conditional statement?
Examples:
If I go to the movies, I will see an action one.
If our moms were best friends, that would be weird.
Fill in the blank. Since it was dark outside, I couldn’t see very well. Consequently, ___________.
Could be:
I tripped and fell on the ground. I bumped into a tree. I ran into someone on the sidewalk. I stepped into a puddle.
What is 1 claim and one not-a-claim (opinion) you could say about homework?
Possible answers:
Claim: Homework is not a useful learning strategy.
Not-A-Claim: I think homework is a waste of time.
Can you (and your team) give an entire example of a Sequential Explanations text? (2 min.)
Example:
ALL of the stages of the Life Cycle of a Frog.
Can you (and your team) write 1 simple, 1 compound and 1 complex sentence? (2 min.)
I walk to the park.
I walk to the park and play with my friend.
I walk to the park in order to meet my friend.
Answer this question completely and correctly. If you go to college, what will you study and why?
Example response:
If I go to college, I will study Science because I enjoy doing experiments in the classroom.
What is 1 cause and 1 effect of the Hawksbill Turtles’ endangerment?
(2 min.)
Due to accidental fishing, the Hawksbill Turtle is endangered. As a result, the WWF is working to create circle hooks to replace "J" hooks to try and prevent accidental fishing from happening.
The principal, Ms. Barlow is trying to decide if snacks should be given to every 5th Hour class. Should this happen? Write a claim with 3 reasons. (2 min.)
Example response:
Snacks should be given to every 5th Hour class because they will help motivate students to do work, students get hungry throughout the day and snacks are good brain food to keep everyone happy and focused.