Rubric
What does the word "multi-paragraph" mean?
More than one.
What is the first part of an introduction paragraph?
The Hook or Grabber
What should the first part of a body paragraph consist of?
*Must have both answers to receive credit*
Transition and Topic Sentence
What information is included the first sentence of the conclusion?
Transition and Re-stated Thesis
What is one thing you can do during your FSA that will make the most of your time and writing?
Planning
What are the three types of paragraphs used in essays?
Introduction, Body, and Conclusion.
What is the second thing you need for your introduction paragraph?
Background information or general information about the topic
What is the information you get from your passages called?
Evidence
What do you re-address in the conclusion?
*To receive credit you must have both answers*
How many paragraphs should plan on writing for your FSA?
Five (Intro, 3x Body, and Conclusion)
What is the highest score you can get on the FSA Writing Exam?
*Must be in the correct format to receive full credit*
4/4/2
If you're writing an argumentative essay, what information should be addressed in the introduction paragraph?
*You must provide both answers to receive credit*
The counterclaim and rebuttal
After you present the evidence in your body paragraph, what is the next thing you must do?
Provide elaboration or explain your evidence
What information from the body paragraphs needs to be re-addressed or summarized in the conclusion?
The major or key ideas/talking points.
What should you do the night before the FSA?
Get plenty of sleep/rest
What are the three categories the FSA grades?
1. Focus, Purpose, and Organization
2. Evidence and Elaboration
3. Conventions of Standard English (Grammar)
What is the last thing you need for your introduction paragraph?
*HINT: It's the most important sentence in your essay*
Thesis Statement
According to Source 1, "Schliemann’s careless actions erased important clues to Troy’s past."
What is this an example of?
Cited evidence or Evidence
What is the last sentence you need in your conclusion?
Concluding Statement or Concluding Sentence
If you have extra time at the end of your FSA essay, what should you do?
Review, Revise, and Edit
What grade do you get if you copy the sources exactly to use as your essay?
Marvel Comics is better than DC comics because they have amazing stories, interesting characters, and excellent film adaptations (movies).
What is this an example of (be specific)?
Three-pronged Thesis Statement
Another way that mistakes can guide discoveries is through science.
What is this an example of?
Transition and Topic Sentence
In summary, video games have a negative impact on your health through the strain on your body, lack of proper sleep, and obesity.
What is this an example of?
Transition and Re-Stated Thesis
Has Mr. Martin prepared you for the FSA Writing Exam?
Yes or No