RACES
In conclusion, strong imagery is just one of several narrative strategies good authors use to entertain their readers.
Summary
Anita wipes down the counter in front of her. There is flour, butter and sugar everywhere. However, she cannot wait until her cookies are done in the oven.
Anecdote
Is this correct formal writing?
The author used figurative language, sensory imagery, and strong word choice to make the story more interesting.
Correct
Your claim should be the last sentence of the _____ paragraph.
Introductory
In the story, Cofer writes, “Luis grunts and stands up on top of his silver mountain . . . and sweeps his arms like the Pope blessing a crowd” (220).
Cite
Water gurgles down a stream. A wind rushes through some leaves. A little chipmunk nibbles on an acorn.
Vivid Description
Is this a correct TLQ sentence?
According the report, “The ice is melting at an alarming rate” (23).
Incorrect
What is the purpose of the Bridge?
To connect or transition from the Hook to the Claim
The image of a man rising on top of a metallic-silver mountain sticks in the reader’s mind since it is so unusual.
Explanation
An author sits in front of the computer and stares at a blank screen. The pressure of writing a story that people want to read weighs heavily on her.
Anecdote
Incorrect
What is the purpose of explanatory writing?
Inform
Another narrative technique used was strong images.
RA/Topic Sentence
The story’s pace was like a train racing through a dark tunnel. The action and events were coming quickly towards the reader as if it could not stop.
Analogy
Is this a correct Hook strategy?
Have you ever seen a woolly mammoth? Since it went extinct thousands of years ago, you probably have not. Now scientists are trying to resurrect them.
No
What are two important things to not use in formal/essay writing?
Contractions and personal (1st and 2nd) pronouns
Creating odd yet descriptive settings and characters transports the reader into an unfamiliar but fascinating story as it is one they have never visited before.
Explanation
Ceiling lights flicker as students swarm the halls like bees to honey. A new student walks through the mob of classmates, holding their breath, trying to find their new homeroom.
Vivid Description
Is this a correct topic sentence?
Friendship and protection are two ways dogs help their owners.
No
What is the technique called used in the last part of the Conclusion paragraph?
Full Circle/Revisit Hook