Argumentative Essays
What THREE things should a thesis statement include in an argumentative essay?
What TWO things should a thesis statement include in an informational/explanatory essay?
topic and 3 key points
When using dialogue in narratives, what is it important to do when you want to show that a different person is speaking?
? + ? = inference
background knowledge; text evidence
What is central idea?
what a text is mostly about
What is the very first thing that you need to start your introduction paragraph?
hook
Aside from a hook and thesis, what else is important to include in your introduction paragraph?
background information
What elements are important to establish within the exposition of your narrative essay?
characters, setting, and background information
a summary with only key details, no opinions; just the most important parts, not minor details or opinions
What changes in punctuation would be necessary to make this dialogue correct?
The boy shouted There you are, I missed you!
The boy shouted, "There you are, I missed you!" (add a comma after shouted and quotations by there and the explanation mark)
Name the SIX paragraphs that you need in your argumentative essay.
introduction, body paragraph 1, body paragraph 2, body paragraph 3, counterclaim, conclusion
Name the FIVE body paragraphs that you will need in your explanatory/informational essay.
introduction, body paragraph 1, body paragraph 2, body paragraph 3, conclusion
Name the FIVE parts of the plot diagram that you need to include within your narrative essay.
exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution
How can a text's structure have an impact on the development of the text?
It impacts how the text is organized, therefore the way that the reader receives information.
What is a theme? Give one example of any theme.
a message or lesson of the story that is universal; any message that can be applied to not only the character(s) within the story, but everyone
counterclaim: what the opposition believes
rebuttal: why they are wrong/you are right
text evidence: supports the idea that your claim is the strongest
How many pieces of text evidence do you need for each body paragraph, and what should you do after sharing each piece of text evidence?
two; explain how they support your claim
What is the purpose of the resolution in a narrative essay, and what is something that you must NOT do during the resolution?
tie up loose ends/answer questions that haven't been answered; don't introduce new ideas/conflicts
If a character is shouting, his eyebrows are furrowed, he balls his hands into fists, and he slams the door, what can a reader infer about the character?
The character is angry.
What is the difference between theme and central idea?
Theme is a message or lesson learned throughout the course of a text; central idea is what the text is mostly about. Theme is universal (can apply to everyone); the central idea directly applies specifically to the text.
What should you avoid doing in an argumentative essay?
using personal pronouns (I, me, my); arguing both sides; not acknowledging the counterargument; lacking relevant and sufficient evidence
What is the purpose of a "mic drop moment," and what can you use to make it effective?
leave the reader with something to think about, and signify that this is the end of the essay; question, statement, call to action
What is the purpose of the rising action in a narrative?
to introduce and develop conflict leading to the climax
How can a flashback impact the development of a story?
it allows readers more context/background knowledge, allowing them a more complete understanding of what is happening
What are dialogue tags? Give three solid examples.
anything but SAID