Punctuation
What punctuation do you need to write a direct address?
A comma
Is racecar driving a sport?
Come up with a thesis that answers the question
Example: "Racecar driving is not a sport as the car is doing most of the work."
What is a metaphor?
A metaphor is a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.
i.e. Ms. Finver's classes are a zoo!
What is a thesis?
The main statement of your essay
What color are Ms. Finver's eyes?
Trick question in a way:
Her eyes are Hazel, but they change color: from green to blue to grey.
What is an independent clause?
A complete sentence that can stand alone, and has a subject and a predicate
What is the best ice cream?
Write three claims that supports your thesis.
Mint Chocolate Chip;
1: It is refreshing on a hot day
2: It has big chunks of chocolate in it
3: It's flavor invigorates you
What is an example of a simile?
He's as energetic as a squirrel!
What does a supporting details list do?
Supports your thesis
What game franchise includes Disney characters?
Kingdom Hearts
What is a dependent clause?
A group of words that does not stand alone, it must be attached to an independent clause
Would you rather have the power of telekinesis (moving objects with your mind) or telepathy (reading minds)?
Write a thesis for this prompt and include 1 claim.
Thesis: "I would rather have telekinesis as a power."
Claim: "Reading people's minds would give me the ability to know things that I might not want to know."
What is an apostrophe?
When a character addresses someone or something that isn’t present or cannot respond.
What does an elaboration do?
It explains your quote and connects it back to your claim and- by extension- your thesis
What is the name of the Boss of Organization XIII in Kingdom Hearts?
Xemnas
What is the dependent clause in the following sentence?
"I saw him coming- barreling over snow and sleet- from across the yard; he was out of control and soon crashed into the shed."
"Barreling over snow and sleet" as it has no subject
What is a good subject to write about for Where are you going, where have you been?
The meaning behind the numbers 33, 14, and 17.
Some claims that could support this subject are:
-The biblical meanings behind the number 33
-The ages in which Arnold Friend preys on
Some sources that could be used to support these claims are:
-The bible, a scholarly article, or a religious site
-Quotes from the book
What is an epigram?
An epigram is a clever and memorable statement. An epigram is poetic in nature, there is always an underlying meaning to these statements. It has a satirical twist
What does not count as evidence in an essay?
What does the name Mikayla mean?
"Who Resembles God?" or "Who is like God?"
It is Hebrew in origin, and has some biblical relation to the archangel Michael.
...but really, your teacher was named after an Olympic athlete.
What type of punctuation emphasizes information?
The dash
If my thesis was "The 2nd amendment should be abolished." what should I write for my Supporting Details List (two entries) and what would be a good counter argument?
It would make the United States a lot safer if guns were not given to its citizens.
The everyday American citizen has no need for a gun.
Counter argument:
While not having firearms may be safer on the surface, guns would still be sold on the Black Market and the government would not be able to regulate who the guns are sold to.
Americans may need guns to protect themselves in times of emergency.
What is an epigraph?
Often comes at the start of a novel or short story, and gives the reader a little hint about what's to come.
Can evidence be your own experience?
Yes. Evidence is simply real world examples that prove your claim and thesis is right. Not every essay needs to cite an expert, if it is an opinion paper you need no outside evidence at all!
What fire type pokemon is the one of the starters in Kalos (generation VI)?
Fennekin:
Fennekin is a small, quadrupedal fox-like Pokémon. It is covered in pale yellow fur that is longer on its haunches. It has a white muzzle with longer fur on its cheeks, large, dark orange eyes, and a pointed, black nose. When its mouth is open, two pointed teeth can be seen in its upper jaw. Tufts of dark orange fur cover the interior of its large ears. Fennekin also has small paws with no visible toes and slim legs. Its tail is fluffy with a dark orange tip. Hot air is vented from Fennekin's ears, reaching temperatures of over 390 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).