Parts of the Essay
What does "Happy Birthday Tom" stand for?
Hook, Background information, Thesis Statement
Fill in the blank:
The dog park _____ full of dogs and people when we went last week. (is/was)
was
What is the formula for a thesis statement?
ICE = Identify, Claim, Explain
Mrs. Braggs kids like to play outside when it is pretty out.
What can you do after you finish the SOL?
Read or take a nap.
How many paragraphs should your essay be?
Five Paragraphs
Fill in the blank:
David and Alexis wanted to go see _____ friends in the city, but their parents said no. (their/there)
Their
How many explains do you need in your thesis?
Three
Add the missing comma(s):
Mrs. Nelson went to the store for tater tots yogurt and green apples.
Mrs. Nelson went to the store for tater tots, yogurt, and green apples.
What should you be sure to "check" before submitting your SOL?
Spell Check
What follows the topic sentence in a body paragraph?
Supporting Details
Fill in the blank:
The can of beans on the shelf ______ an expired date on it. (have/has)
has
What is the claim in the following thesis?
One place I would like to travel is Rio de Janeiro because I want to experience Carnival, see the sights, and try the different food.
Rio de Janeiro
Add the missing apostrophe(s):
The childrens choir is going to be performing their new songs soon.
The children's choir is going to be performing their new songs soon.
Can you ask for your writing prompt to be read aloud to you?
Yes
What sentences are used to help your body paragraphs flow from one thought to the next?
Transition Sentence
Fill in the blank:
Each of the actors had to complete ____ own hair and makeup before the play. (his or her/their)
His or her
The three explains from the thesis statement are used to create what three sentences in the body of your essay?
Topic Sentences.
She went to her Grandmas house to get cookies a puzzle and a jar of jam.
She went to her Grandma's house to get cookies, a puzzle, and a jar of jam.
What are the two parts of the Writing SOL?
Multiple Choice and a Written Essay
What is the last sentence in your essay?
Restate Thesis
Fill in the blank:
Sarah was waiting for Tom and ____ to show up at the party. (I/me)
Me
Write a thesis statement for the following prompt: What is your favorite food?
My favorite food is _____ because _____, _____, and _____.
Answers will vary.
Add the missing punctuation:
"Ms. Nelson and Mrs. Reameys rooms dont have working air conditioning" Mrs. Bragg said.
"Ms. Nelson and Mrs. Reamey's rooms don't have working air conditioning," Mrs. Bragg said.
Where should your phone be during ANY SOL test?
Off and in your backpack.