Just the Facts, Folks
This part of your essay grabs the reader’s attention and starts the introduction.
What is the hook?
Narratives must have these three parts to tell a complete story.
What are beginning, middle, and end?
This type of writing is used to share an opinion and support it with reasons and evidence.
What is argumentative writing?
"As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden hue over the fields, Maria knew it was time to head home. The distant call of her mother echoed through the valley, a gentle reminder of the evening chores awaiting her."
Question:
What can be inferred about Maria's relationship with her mother based on the passage?
A) Maria is afraid of her mother.
B) Maria is indifferent to her mother's calls.
C) Maria respects and responds promptly to her mother's reminders.
D) Maria often ignores her mother's requests.
what is C) Maria respects and responds promptly to her mother's reminders?
Choose the sentence that is grammatically correct:
A) She don't like to play soccer on weekends.
B) They was going to the museum yesterday.
C) He and I are planning a surprise party.
D) Me and my friend is going to the store.
What is C) He and I are planning a surprise party. ?
This is the sentence at the end of your introduction that tells what your whole essay will explain.
What is the thesis statement?
This kind of descriptive writing uses the five senses to help the reader picture what’s happening.
What are sensory details?
In argumentative writing, this sentence clearly states your opinion and sets up your two main reasons.
What is the claim?
Liam stared at the cracked sidewalk beneath his feet. The old dog beside him wagged its tail slowly, as if encouraging him to keep going. It had been a tough week—he'd lost the spelling bee, forgotten his homework, and argued with his best friend. But the gentle sun and the dog’s quiet loyalty reminded him that tomorrow could be better.
Question:
What is the central idea or theme of this passage?
A) Dogs are the best type of pet.
B) Liam is angry at his best friend.
C) Even after difficult times, there is hope for a better tomorrow.
D) Liam forgot to do his homework again.
What is C) Even after difficult times, there is hope for a better tomorrow?
Question: Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
A) After lunch, we went to the movies but, it was closed.
B) My sister who lives in Dallas is coming to visit.
C) The cake, which was chocolate, was delicious.
D) I love reading mystery books they’re exciting!
What is C) The cake, which was chocolate, was delicious?
This acronym helps you remember how to structure each body paragraph with a topic, support, and explanation.
What is ToSEEC?
These are the character’s exact spoken words, used to bring the story to life.
What is dialogue?
What is the These are the four parts of a well-organized REEC body paragraph that supports a reason in your argumentative essay. ?
What are Reason, Evidence, Elaboration, and Conclusion?
Some people believe that all students should wear school uniforms. They argue that it helps prevent bullying and makes it easier for students to focus on learning. Others think students should be allowed to express themselves through clothing and that uniforms are uncomfortable.
Question:
Which claim supports the idea against school uniforms?
A) Uniforms help students focus.
B) Uniforms are uncomfortable and limit expression.
C) Uniforms prevent bullying.
D) Uniforms make shopping easier for parents.
What is B) Uniforms are uncomfortable and limit expression?
Question: Which sentence uses pronouns correctly?
A) Him and I went to the store.
B) Me and her are working on the project.
C) She and I finished our homework early.
D) Them are going to the game later.
What is C) She and I finished our homework early.?
This paragraph restates the thesis, summarizes key ideas, and should not introduce anything new.
What is the conclusion paragraph?
This writing strategy shows what the character is thinking and helps the reader connect with their feelings.
What is inner monologue?
The HIC model is used for the introduction paragraph and stands for these three things.
What are Hook, Introduce topic, and Claim?
Jenna stood at the edge of the diving board, staring down at the water far below. Her friends cheered from the pool, but all she could hear was the pounding of her heart. She took a deep breath, closed her eyes, and jumped. When she surfaced, laughter bubbled from her lips, surprised by how easy it had been.
Question:
Which statement best expresses a theme of the passage?
A) It's important to listen to your friends.
B) Swimming is a valuable life skill.
C) Facing your fears can lead to unexpected joy.
D) Jenna is the best swimmer among her friends.
What is C) Facing your fears can lead to unexpected joy.?
The volcano had lain dormant for over a century, showing no signs of activity until last week’s sudden eruption.
Question:
What does the word dormant most likely mean in this sentence?
A) Dangerous
B) Asleep or inactive
C) Destroyed
D) Loud
What is B) Asleep or inactive?
These are the four parts (or steps) used in order when writing an explanatory essay based on a prompt.
What is HIT, ToSEEC, ToSEEC, and Conclusion?
This model helps writers remember what to include in a narrative: ESCAPE. Each letter stands for ________.
Establish, Setting, Characters, Action, Problem, and Ending
This paragraph restates the claim and two reasons and leaves the reader with a life message.
What is the conclusion paragraph?
Informational Text Excerpt:
Earthworms play a vital role in maintaining healthy soil. As they move through the dirt, they create tunnels that allow air and water to reach plant roots. In addition, their waste, called castings, is rich in nutrients that help plants grow. Farmers and gardeners often encourage earthworms to live in their soil to improve plant health.
Question:
What is the main purpose of this paragraph?
A) To describe different types of worms
B) To explain why earthworms are beneficial to soil and plants
C) To persuade readers to start composting
D) To compare earthworms to insects
What is B) To explain why earthworms are beneficial to soil and plants?
Which sentence uses verb tense correctly?
A) Yesterday, she goes to the store to buy apples.
B) By the time we arrived, the movie had already started.
C) He run to school every morning before breakfast.
D) They was playing soccer after school.
What is B) By the time we arrived, the movie had already started.?