The Essay
What is the MOST IMPORTANT part of your essay that also belongs at the end of your introduction paragraph?
thesis statement
What three things belong in your thesis statement?
Topic, position, reasons
should you ever leave a question blank on the test?
NO!!!!!
a comparison that does NOT use like or as
metaphor
What three things go in your introductory paragraph?
Hook, Bridge/ Background Info, Thesis
What are some words that almost NEVER belong in your essay?
Personal pronouns (I, you, me, we, our)
"I think..."
"this shows you how our..."
(slang)
what is an adjective?
a word that describes a person, place, thing, etc.
What is the term used to describe writing that appeals to one of the five senses?
Imagery
What do you need to add to your body paragraphs to ensure you are supporting / proving your ideas?
at least two
What is the term for the author's attitude toward the subject, characters, etc.?
tone
Which figurative language uses "like" or "as?"
Simile
What are the two things you need in your conclusion?
Restate/rephrase thesis and call to action
What formula / template should you use to write your BODY paragraphs?
M - main idea / topic sentence of paragraph
E - sentence that includes evidence / DIRECT QUOTE from text
A - at LEAST two sentences analyzing / explaining / proving the quote and your point
L - lead us out of the paragraph; summarize ideas
what should you do if you are stuck on a question on the multiple choice test?
flag the question to come back to; try to eliminate an obviously incorrect answer; try to narrow it down to two options; try to prove both options; guess; do not leave it blank
Which figurative language is a term for giving non-human objects or creatures human-like motivations or qualities?
Personification
Should you use "in conclusion" when starting your conclusion?
No
Quick, proper thesis:
Write an essay in which you argue what type of animal makes the best pet.
(animal of choice)s make the best pet because (reason one, reason two)
When you see a question like the one below, what should you do to answer it?
In paragraph 3, the word meander means?
1. READ ONLY PARAGRAPH 3
2. Read sentence word appears in. Use context clues.
3. Read a few more sentences to see if that helps you understand it
What is the term used to describe when something is both what it is and represents something more?
Symbolism