Writing Process
How many stages or steps are there in the writing process?
There are 5 steps in the writing process.
What is the first sentence in a paragraph called?
The first sentence is the topic sentence.
What font does someone need to use?
Next, Later, After, First, and Second are all examples of what?
These are examples of transition and sequence words.
What is a closed topic sentence?
A closed topic sentence is when you include a very clear controlling idea in the topic sentence.
For example:
Barack Obama was a great president because he was confident and professional.
What are two examples of prewriting?
Prewriting can include outlining, free-writing, brainstorming, and more.
How many sentences should be in a paragraph for this class?
In this class, paragraphs should have 10-12 sentences.
What information should be included on the top left of a paragraph or essay?
The top left of a paper should include the name of the student, the name of the professor, the course, and the date.
When writing a formal essay, is it proper to use contractions?
No, contractions should not be used in academic writing.
We must use "did not" instead of "didn't."
What is an open topic sentence?
An open topic sentence is when you are general about the controlling idea.
For example:
Barack Obama was a great president for many reasons.
How many drafts will you do per essay?
Each essay will go through 3 drafts.
What can be added to the front of a supporting sentence to keep ideas organized?
Transition/sequence words (first, second, then...) can be added to the front of supporting sentences to keep the ideas organized.
What is the proper way to format a date using MLA formatting?
Instead of month, day, and year. We MUST put day, month, and year.
What words should be capitalized in a title?
The main content words should be capitalized. Function words are only capitalized if they are at the beginning of a sentence.
For example:
A Story to Remember
The March to France
What is the topic in the topic sentence below?
Hope is one of the best qualities a person can have.
Hope.
What is the different between editing and revising?
Editing is when you correct grammar and spelling errors/mistakes. Revising is when you add detail, more information, or delete content.
What information should be included in a topic sentence?
A topic sentence should have a topic and a controlling idea.
What information should be included at the top right corner of an essay or paragraph?
The top right should include the authors last name and the page number.
For example: Cardona 1
What is an "indent," and when do we use it?
We use an indent at the beginning of new paragraphs.
What is the controlling idea in the topic sentence below?
Bread can be made easily if you follow three simple steps.
if you follow three simple steps
What is the writing process? Describe each step.
2. Draft: put those ideas into an essay format 3. Revise: reorganize information or add detail 4. Edit: make grammar and spelling corrections 5. Publish: submit your final draft to receive a grade
How are topic sentences and concluding sentences similar?
Both of these sentences frame the paragraph. They provide information to the reader so that they know what the paragraph is about.
In your own words, describe the requirements of MLA formatting.
1. Top right information
2. Top left information
3. Font & size
4. Double space
What are the three points of view for writing?
First person: I, Me, My, Our
Second Person: You, Yours
Third Person: He, She, It
Create a topic sentence with your group. Identify the topic and the controlling idea.
Answers may vary.