What is this narrative strategy example: The coolness of the water satisfied my dry, parched throat.
Imagery or Sensory Details
100
What is this informational strategy example:
This makes me think that maybe I could have been a cowboy on a cattle drive!
Writing to Think Sentence Starter
100
What is this opinion strategy example:
Some may say that uniforms are uncomfortable or nerdy, but I believe that the academic benefits far outweigh the looks of a uniform.
Counter Opinion
100
Which genre(s) uses figurative language?
Narrative, Informational, and Opinion
100
What is the process of making your paper sound better and making it more interesting?
Revising
200
What 3 things should be included in the opening paragraph of a narrative?
Descriptive Setting, introduction to character(s) and his/her emotions, and at least the beginning of the problem.
200
What is organizational structure of the body of an informational?
Each body paragraph has 1 main idea and several supporting details or facts. Also included should be a personal example.
200
What is organizational structure of the body of an opinion writing piece?
Each body paragraph has one reason and several supporting details. Also included should be a personal example and a counter opinion.
200
Which genre(s) uses setting, characterization, and problem?
Narrative
200
What is the first step in editing and revising?
Rereading your work.
300
What is included in both informational and opinion, but never in narrative?
A personal example
300
What 2 things should be included in the opening paragraph of an informational?
Theme and 3 main ideas
300
What 3 things should be included in the opening paragraph of an opinion?
Theme, thesis, and 3 reasons
300
Which genre(s) uses glue word sentences and sentences that begin with -ing/-ly/plural nouns?
Narrative, Informational, and Opinion
300
What is the process of correcting all the mistakes in your paper?
Editing
400
What are the order of events on a narrative map?
Lead -> Rising Action with problem -> climax ->
falling action -> resolution -> ending.
400
What are at least 3 examples of transitions
However, First, Consequently, Therefore, In Conclusion, In other words, Next...
400
What type of lead is the following:
Jim scrambled into the truck as fast as he could hoping to escape the snake that was slithering toward him. As fast as lightning, he slammed the door shut, and breathed a sigh of relief.
Action
400
Which genre(s) uses Writing to Think Sentences?
Informational
400
What are at least two ways to give your paper voice?
Add WWT sentences, personal example, personal thoughts.
500
What are the three types of endings for a narrative?
Wish/Hope, Felling, or Memory
500
What type of lead:
Suppose you had a chance to go back in time and live in a day long gone. Envision what it would be like. Maybe you would be a cowboy on the cattle trail, or perhaps a soldier in the Civil War.
Imagine/What If
500
What type of lead:
The smell of fresh baked bread and a mixture of spilled milk flooded my nose as I entered the CESI lunchroom. Chattering quietly, students were waiting for a signal to put up their plates.
Creating a Scene
500
Which genre(s) uses a thesis?
Opinion
500
Name at least 4 ways to make your paper longer.
Add details, personal example, WWT sentences, glue word sentences, figurative language, or personal thoughts.