Essay Writing
"Would you consider yourself to be a racist in America?..."
The above question is an example of a _____?
Hint: This is used in your introductory paragraph
Hook
I should get a minimum of ____ hrs of sleep tonight.
6hrs
"In summer I feel as hot as the sun..."
This is an example of what literary device?
Simile
How many sections are there in the ELA Regents?
Choose ONE teammate to stand before the class and tell us each section AND the time for each section.
1. Multiple Choice (1hr)
2. Argumentative Essay (1.5hrs)
3. Text-Analysis Essay (30mins)
What should I be doing at the beginning of EVERY paragraph?
WHY is this important?
Indent
Indentation informs the reader when a new paragraph will begin!
Once I get my exam, the first thing I need to do is ________.
READ and annotate the Directions
This literary device is descriptive language that appeals to one's senses.
Imagery
What are the key steps to properly annotate a text?
Underline key details
Circle important vocabulary words
Write a gist (mini summary) in the margin
It is important that I review the format of my essay for the following items:
1. _________
2. __________
3. ___________
1. Capitalization
2. Punctuation (. , " " ....)
3. Citation of evidence
For the multiple-choice section of my exam, I should apply what skill:
Process of Elimination
A figure of speech that compares two things, usually by stating that one thing is the other.
Metaphor
Outside of teaching, name one thing that Mr. Grant does.
Acting or Mr. Grant is an Actor
“Just stepping on the stage makes my breathing rapid and shallow” (Collins, line 124)
The above statement demonstrates the proper ________ of a text.
For my essay section, I should FIRST ________
PLAN!!!
When a writer give human characteristics to a non human being.
Personification
What time does your ELA Regents begin?
What time should you arrive?
8:30am
8:00am
Transitional Phrases
Ex: In conclusion, Therefore, Furthermore, In addition, Wherefore, etc.
Name all FIVE steps that you should apply when answering a MULTIPE CHOICE Question:
1. Read & Annotate
2. Annotate Question
3. Create an Answer
4. Process of Elimination
5. Provide Evidence
" His brain is the size of a pea."
This exaggerated statement is an example of ___________.
Hyperbole
What is the difference between Credit Recovery and Re-Mastery work?
Credit Recovery- Provided by the NETWORK to avoid summer school for a class that you failed in a previous year.
Re Mastery Work- Provided by your TEACHER to make up for a specific class this semester.