Intro
What is the acronym we use to write an introduction paragraph and what does each letter stand for?
H - Hook
A - Answer
T - Thesis
What is the acronym we use to write a body paragraph and what does each letter stand for?
C - Claim
E - Evidence
R - Reasoning
E - Evidence
R - Reasoning
What is the acronym we use to write a conclusion and what does each letter stand for?
X - Explain your thesis again
Y - State why your audience should care
Z - Zing your readers by referencing the hook
Which one, argumentative or expository, takes a stance on a prompt?
Argumentative
1. What are you trying to do when writing a hook?
2. What's an easy way to do this?
Grab the reader's attention. Use a though-provoking question or a personal story.
Why is a claim sentence important?
It tells the reader which point you are arguing (argumentative) or teaching (expository). It also keeps you focused in that paragraph.
Why is restating the thesis important?
It reminds the reader of your overall argument and helps with organization.
Which one, argumentative or expository, informs or teaches the reader about a topic?
Expository
What are you supposed to do in your answer sentence?
Answer the prompt directly! Either take a stance (argumentative) or tell you reader what you will be informing them about (expository).
Turn this into an evidence sentence:
"Ms. Thompson's students will pass their writing test with flying colors"
Let's just say it's from Source 1!
"Ms. Thompson's students' past test scores suggest that 100% will pass their writing test with flying colors" (Source 1).
How does stating why your audience should care help with the strength of your overall argument?
It helps with buy-in! When the audience cares, they are more likely to take your side and be effected by your essay.
Is this an expository or argumentative intro paragraph?
As technology continues to evolve, the debate over the impact of social media on society intensifies. While some argue that social media fosters connection and communication, others believe it contributes to social isolation and misinformation. Social media should be regulated because it can lead to harmful mental health effects, perpetuates the spread of misinformation, and undermines genuine human interaction.
Argumentative
What does your thesis help you do and how does it help you do this?
It keeps you organized because each point corresponds to a body paragraph
Write a reasoning sentence for this claim and evidence.
Ms. Thompson's students are the best in the state of Florida because they are brilliant! According to the text, studies reveal that "Ms. Thompson's students' past test scores suggest that 100% will pass their writing test with flying colors" (Source 1).
This evidence shows that Ms. Thompson's students are extremely smart and therefore the best group in the state of Florida because they have proven themselves to be proficient in their writing skills. The predicted 100% passing rate displays their brilliance as it is more common in other schools to have a lower percentage of passing scores.
How would you zing if this was your HAT?
I remember the day my grandmother taught me the value of hard work, and that experience shaped my perspective on desiring to learn trades like welding in school. Schools should expend more energy teaching trades to their students because they will learn the value of hard work, they will be prepared to step into a career close after graduation, and it will help provide trade workers for the country through the shortage.
Being provided with the opportunity to learn a trade would help me practice the hard work my grandmother raised me to value. It's time to instill this quality in our students.
Is this an expository or argumentative intro paragraph?
In today’s fast-paced digital world, the importance of effective communication cannot be overstated. It serves as the foundation for building relationships, fostering collaboration, and facilitating the exchange of ideas. Effective communication helps with personal relationships, enhances teamwork in professional settings, and plays a crucial role in educational success.
Expository