RST
LAT
NARRATIVE
ESSAY STRUCTURE
TYPE OF ESSAY
100

The first sentence of your RST should be this.

Hook

100

True or False: Your thesis should be a question.

False - It should be a clear statement.

100

What is the turning point or moment of greatest tension in the story?

Climax

100

What does R.A.C.E stand for?

Restate

Answer

Cite Evidence

Explain Evidence

100

Prompt:
You’ve read two texts about the impact of technology in education. One text discusses how technology helps students learn, while the other addresses the challenges of technology in the classroom. Write an essay that examines both perspectives and explains whether technology is more of a help or a hindrance to education, using evidence from both texts.

RST (Research Simulation Task)

200

True or False: It's okay to leave out the explanation if the quote is easy to understand.

False - you should always explain!

200

The thesis should clearly state this.

The main claim or argument about the text.

200

Instead of saying “He was scared,” what should you do?

What is show how he acts, speaks, or feels. (Show don't tell)

200

True or False: You should include evidence in your introduction.

False: Save evidence for the body paragraphs.

200

Prompt:
In the story, the protagonist had to work with others to overcome a major obstacle. Think of a time when you had to cooperate with others to solve a problem. Write about the situation, how each person contributed, and the outcome of your teamwork. How did this experience influence your approach to working with others in the future?

Narrative

300

What is a RST? (Research Simulation Task)

An assessment that requires students to analyze an informational topic presented through multiple sources (like articles or multimedia)

300

What is an LAT? 

An essay that requires students to carefully examine and evaluate a piece of literature, focusing on its literary elements and author's choices to demonstrate understanding and critical thinking

300

TRUE or FALSE?


Using an article can be used to write a narrative essay?

FALSE

300

Give an example of a transition that shows addition.

Furthermore, To add on, Also, In addition

300

Prompt:
You’ve just finished reading a novel about a character who struggles to find a balance between schoolwork and family responsibilities. Write an essay analyzing how the character grows throughout the story. Use evidence from the text to explain how their challenges shape who they become.


LAT (Literary Analysis Task)

400

Which type of text can be used to write an RST?

Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Photosynthesis: Not just for Plants?, or The Outsiders

Photosynthesis: Not just for Plants? - It is a Non-Fiction article

400

Which of these CANNOT be used when using sources for an LAT.

Passages, Novels, Stories, News Articles

400

Every time a new person speaks, what do you do?

Start a new paragraph

400

This part of the essay restates the thesis and wraps up the analysis.

Conclusion Paragraph

400

Prompt:
You’ve read articles about the importance of recycling and reducing waste. Write an essay explaining why it is important to take care of the environment and how different communities can help reduce pollution. Use evidence from the articles to support your ideas.


RST (Research Simulation Task)?

500

Which of these CANNOT be used when using sources for and RST.

Youtube Videos, Novels, Articles, Real World Information

Novels

500

Which text can be used to write a LAT?


Ode to Family Photographs, The City of Ember, An article about Energy Sources in the U.S

The City of Ember - It is a Novel 

500

What is the last part of the story that shows how everything wraps up or changes?

Resolution

500

How do you determine how many paragraphs are required when writing a LAT or RST?

By identifying the number of sources.

Introduction, Conclusion + number or sources (body)

500

Prompt:
"What Makes a Hero?"
You’ve just read two stories about characters who show bravery and determination. One character might face a challenge at school, while the other deals with a tough situation at home or in their community.
Think about how each character shows courage. Write an essay explaining how the characters respond to challenges and what those responses say about what makes someone a hero. Use evidence from both texts to support your ideas.

LAT (Literary Analysis Task)