Name that structure
Format that!
Why did the author do that?
Active or Passive?
Mixed Bag
100

How the writer organizes their piece is called...

Text Structure

100

This is the page where all your citations or sources are listed

Works Cited

100
authors utilize these to enhance the understanding of the information in nonfiction, and especially expository texts

Text Features

100

the subject of the sentence is doing the action

Active Voice

100

a vocabulary word that is specific to a topic of study

Domain Specific Vocabulary 

200

IDENTIFY THE TEXT STRUCTURE: 
Sarah and her classmates had an exciting day at the zoo. First, they saw lions with majestic manes and learned about their strength. Then, they watched playful monkeys swing from branch to branch. Next, they admired the colorful birds in the aviary and listened to their chirping. Finally, they visited the gentle elephants with their swaying trunks. It was a memorable day, and they can't wait for their next adventure! 

What is chronological or sequential? 

200

a standard set of guidelines for writing academic papers

MLA format

200

author's word choice, descriptions, and overall writing style to create an emotional response in the reader, the overall feeling one gets when reading the piece.

What is Mood? 

200

the subject of the sentence receives the action

passive voice 

200

author's attitude toward the subject, common ones include: Formal, Informal, Serious, Optimistic, Pessimistic

Tone

300

IDENTIFY THE TEXT STRUCTURE:
The heavy rain caused flooding in the streets. As a result, many cars were stranded and unable to move. Consequently, traffic jams formed throughout the city, delaying people's commutes.

Cause & Effect 

300

Why do we use MLA format?

  1. Standardization: MLA format provides a standardized way of formatting academic papers, ensuring consistency and clarity in writing.

  2. Credibility: Following MLA guidelines enhances the credibility of students' work by demonstrating their ability to adhere to academic conventions.

  3. Ethical Writing Practices: MLA format encourages students to acknowledge and properly cite sources, promoting ethical writing practices and avoiding plagiarism.

  4. Documentation of Sources: MLA format includes specific guidelines for documenting sources, such as in-text citations and the Works Cited page, which helps readers locate and verify the information used in the paper.

  5. Preparation for Higher Education: Many colleges and universities require students to use MLA format in their coursework and research papers. Familiarity with MLA style in school prepares students for academic writing expectations at the collegiate level.

300

the use of multiple forms of media, text, audio, images, animations, videos, podcasts, etc. to create 

Multimedia

300

The dog chased the ball across the yard.

Active 

300

writing that aims to explain or inform 

Expository Writing

400

IDENTIFY THE TEXT STRUCTURE: 

Mia, a baker known for her secret recipes, lost her recipe book one morning. Panicked, she couldn't bake her famous pastries. Remembering her grandmother's advice, she improvised with new ingredients and techniques. Customers loved the innovative pastries, making Mia's bakery even more popular.

Problem & Solution

400

Name a few rules that are included in MLA format

Font size 12, Times New Roman, double line spacing, works cited, in-text citations etc.

400

the author may use this, to draw attention to specific words or phrases, emphasizing their importance or significance within the text.

BOLD FONT

400

The ball was chased by the dog across the yard.

Passive

400

main point or idea in a nonfiction text

central idea

500

IDENTIFY THE TEXT STRUCTURE:
Ancient Greek and Roman civilizations have left lasting legacies that continue to influence our world today. Both civilizations made significant contributions to art, architecture, literature, philosophy, and government systems. However, while Greek culture focused on individualism, humanism, and democracy, Roman society emphasized practicality, engineering, and military prowess. Despite their differences, both civilizations laid the foundation for many aspects of modern Western civilization, shaping our languages, laws, and cultural values.

Compare & Contrast 

500

What does MLA stand for?

Modern Language Association

500

reflects what the author is thinking about a topic

Author's Perspective 

500

Adrian took the exam.

Active Voice

500

a word that is specific to a topic of study 

Example: The topic is The Brain, and the word is Cerebellum

What is domain-specific vocabulary?