Narrative
Informational
Argumentative
Inferences
Rando
100

What is the purpose of a narrative essay? 

To entertain.

100

What is the purpose of informational writing?

To inform.

100

What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?

To persuade

100

After observing dark clouds gathering in the sky, what might you infer about the weather?

It is going to rain.

100

What is a simile?

Comparing two things using the words like or as.

200

What are the crucial parts of a plot diagram? What elements go in each?

Beginning - characters, setting

Middle - Problem

End - Solution

200

What belongs in the introduction of an informational essay?

H.O.T.

Hook

Overview

Thesis

200

What do you have to include in your body paragraphs to make your argument stronger?

Evidence.

200

If you find a backpack with books, a lunchbox, and a pencil case inside, what can you infer about its owner?

It belongs to a [elementary] student.

200

What is a metaphor?

Comparing two things without using the words like or as.

300

What is a protagonist?

It is the main character of the story. 

300

What comes after your evidence (quote) in your body paragraph?

The explanation, connecting the evidence to the thesis.

300

What must be included in your thesis statement?

The claim plus at least 2 reasons.

300

In a story, if a character is seen sneaking around at night with a flashlight, what inference can you make about their intentions?

They character might be up to something secretive or sneaky. 

300

What are sensory details?

Using details that appeal to the senses?

400

Why is the setting of a story?

It is the place and time where the story happens.

400

What is the overview?

It is background and/or history of the topic. 

400

What is a claim and why is it important in an argumentative essay?

It is the argument of the essay and tells your reader what they should/shouldn't do/think.

400

If a plant is found to be wilting and the soil around it is dry, what inference can you make about the plant's need?

The plant needs water.

400

What is it called when you can create pictures in your readers head?

Imagery. 

500

What is dialogue and what must be included when you use it?

When character are talking to one another. Quotation marks and dialogue tags. 

500

Why is it important to use credible sources when writing informational texts?

It is important to use credible sources to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information presented.

500

What is a counterclaim?

Counterclaims is the opposing viewpoint of the argument. 

500

 If you discover arrowheads and ancient pottery at a dig site, what inference can you draw about the people who once lived there?

The site was once inhabited by ancient people who used tools and pottery.

500

What is Mrs. Perez's favorite fast food?

In-n-Out.