Academic Language
The purpose of informational writing is to ....
To inform readers about an idea.
What is the structure of Narrative Writing called?
Think ____________ diagram
Plot
What is a claim?
A position or stance about an overarching topic that the author will be discussing.
What is Mr. Springfield's first name?
Levi
What does connotation and denotation mean?
Connotation - Cultural meaning
Denotation - Definition meaning
Three examples of informational text are...
Newspapers, magazines, textbooks, articles, workplace documents.
Draw the structure associated with Narrative Writing?
Hint: Think about the process of the story
Roller Coaster
What is evidence?
Some form of quotation, fact, expert analysis that supports a claim.
Which class is Mr. Springfield's favorite?
This one
What term describes an author’s wish to communicate with the audience?
Think about why they would be writing the piece.
Author's Purpose
What is the beginning part of a story called?
Exposition
Where did Mr. Springfield propose to his wife?
Hint: He did it in Spanish
Arequipa, Peru
What term is used for perspective from which the speaker or writer presents information?
Author's Point of View
What is a flat character in Narrative Writing?
A character that remains the same and does not have depth in personality.
What is argumentative writing?
An argument is a reasoned, logical way of demonstrating that the writer’s position, belief, or conclusion is valid.
What should you get Mr. Springfield for teacher appreciation week? This is May 5th - May 9th by the way.
Acceptable Answers:
Chic-Fil-A Gift Card or food place
Sour Gummy Worms
Some sort of memorabilia to remember you
Anything that is good...
In an academic summary, the writer must refrain from using his/her personal opinion, also known as being ____________.
Objective
2 Part Question!
What is the sentence called in expository writing that demonstrates to the reader what will be discussed? Usually in the first paragraph.
In that same sentence, it gives two or three ideas that will be further developed in body paragraphs. What are these called?
Thesis
Subtopics
What is the inciting incident or exciting event?
It is the beginning of a conflict or the moment that ordinary life is disrupted.
What is the main difference between argumentative and expository writing?
Think about different types of evidence that might be used.
Counter-Evidence/Counter-Claim/Counter-Argument
What is Mr. Springfield's Master's Degree?
Master of Theological Studies with an emphasis on Disciple Ministries