Grammar
What TWO things does a sentence need to make it a COMPLETE sentence?
a subject and a verb.
What is revising? Why do you revise?
You revise for clarity, ideas, and organization.
There is nothing wrong with the text, but what can we do to make the context/information better?
What is the very first thing you do when you get any type of passage?
Skip to the questions
What is the difference between between fiction and nonfiction?
Nonfiction is factual stories based on real people & events. Fiction refers to characters, setting, and plot created from the imagination.
What is the structure of a strong thesis for a...
A. Informational
B. Argumentative
A. Answer the prompt because reason #1 and reason #2.
B. Address the prompt + state your position because reason #1 and reason #2.
What is a compound sentence? 2. Name one RULE for creating compound sentences
1. two independent clauses 2. ,FANBOYS or semicolon
What is editing? Why do you edit?
You edit for grammar, sentence structure, conventions (spelling, verb usage)
Why is it important to annotate while you read?
1. It makes it easier to know where to go back and look for answers.
2. It helps you to see patterns of characters, events, author's choices.
3. It can keep you from becoming confused while reading.
What is the purpose of the blurb?
The blurb gives important context about the story, the author, and/or the timeframe that the text was written in.
What are the 3 steps for breaking down a prompt?
1. Figure out the the genre 2. Figure out the style 3. Use the words from the prompt to begin your thesis
What change is needed in the following sentence?
"Before Will stepped off the elevator Shawn asked him an important question."
add a comma after "elevator"
Which piece of text (revising or editing) is less important to read and annotate? WHY?
Editing because you are not looking at the content of the writing; you are looking for mistakes in the writing.
What should you do if you are stuck on a question?
You should flag it for review and use process of elimination.
What is the difference between mood and tone?
Mood is the feeling or atmosphere that the reader gets when reading the story.
Tone is the feeling or atmosphere that the author has set in the story.
Write a well constructed essay stating your position on whether or not schools should change from a 5 day week to a 4 day week.
1. Is this genre informational or argumentative?
2. Is this style an essay or a letter?
3. What keywords from the prompt told you this information?
1. argumentative
2. essay
3. "essay" "position" "whether or not"
What change should be made to the following sentence?
"The pigeon fell through the trees, it was so scared."
Option 1: change the comma to a semicolon
Option 2: change the comma to a period
Option 3: add "and" after the comma
What type of question should you NEVER get wrong on the editing portion of your test?
Spelling question/ dictionary question
Why should you answer the question ON YOUR OWN without looking at answer options FIRST?
Most of the time you already know the answer. Answer choices also tend to confuse people.
Speech
Thought
Effect on Others
Actions
Looks
What is a counterargument and where does it belong? What genre needs a counterargument?
A counterargument addresses what the opposing position might argue and proves it wrong, or "counters" it.
The counterargument belongs in its own paragraph before the conclusion/ it belongs at the beginning of the conclusion paragraph.
The argumentative genre is the only one that needs a counterargument.
Rewrite the following sentence with correct grammar.
"During my STAAR test I will take my time and I will keep in mind all the strategies I have been taught this test will be a piece of cake"
During my STAAR test, I will take my time, and I will keep in mind all the strategies I have been taught. This test will be a piece of cake.
When reading a revising passage, it's always important to identify the...
thesis statement
Fill in the blank:
If you come across a ____ in a story you do not know, you should use your __________.
word : dictionary
Define and give an example of 3 of these common figurative language devices.
Hyperbole
Metaphor
Simile
Irony
Personification
Answers will vary.
Write a thesis statement for the following prompt:
Write a well constructed essay stating your position on whether or not schools should change from a 5 day week to a 4 day week.
Answers may vary, but should:
address the prompt (use words from the prompt)
state your side of the argument
state two reasons