Grammar: Commas
quickly, the city
Which change, if any, is needed to the text? Why?
Eyeing the practice goal at the far end of the frozen pond he slipped
R) Eyeing the practice goal at the far end of the frozen pond, he slipped
--> introductory phrase
To explain or inform the audience about the topic. No opinion should be given. Only facts.
How many paragraphs are in an essay? What is the minimum number of sentences per paragraph?
Give two examples of types of hooks in an introduction.
Anecdote. Famous quote. Statistic.
Our first aid kit contains a thermometer flare bandages medical tape and antibiotic ointment.
a thermometer, flare, bandages, medical tape, and antibiotic ointment.
Which change, if any, is needed to the text? Why?
If the world were to fall away,
D) no change --> dependent clause, independent clause (complex sentence)
What is the purpose of a narrative?
To tell an engaging story with characters, a plot and conflict.
How many quotes are appropriate for an informative essay in the 8th grade? (*per body paragraph)
2 quotations per body paragraph. Must be in the form of a quote sandwich.
What is a claim? Where is it located in your essay?
The position you take on the topic; located as the final sentence in your introduction
Cruise ship passengers can enjoy activities on board or they can go ashore and visit any of the many tourist sites and shops in port.
board, or they can
Which change, if any, is needed to the text? Why?
ice he
*Bonus points: name one other way to change this sentence.
R) ice. He --> two independent sentences
What is the purpose of argumentative writing?
To organize and present your well-reasoned conclusions in order to argue/ persuade the audience to accept your point of view.
What is the main idea, the writer's topic that will be proven/ detailed, of an informative essay called?
Where is it located in the essay?
Thesis statement
The final sentence in the introduction
What information should be included in your supporting body paragraph? (Paragraphs 2 & 3)
Since Liverpool, is the birthplace of the Beatles the city offers a tour that includes a visit to the childhood home of Paul McCartney.
Liverpool is the birthplace of the Beatles, the city
Which change, if any, is needed to the text? Why?
teammate’s disappointed faces
B) teammates' disappointed faces --> plural possessive
Analyze the prompt. What is the topic of the essay you are being asked to write? What type of essay should you write?
Writing Prompt: Principals are considering making a rule that requires “mini” recesses throughout the day that include the opportunity to exercise. After reading both articles, write an argumentative essay determining if "mini" recesses should be provided or not. Cite evidence as proof.
Argumentative: Mini recesses should/should not be included in the school day.
How do you build a quote sandwich?
Introduce of the quote: state who/ where the quote came from
Cite the quote.
Explain the quote: prove why it these details matter
What must be included in the 4th paragraph of an argumentative essay? What is the purpose of this paragraph/ these terms?
Rebuttal: prove with evidence why they are incorrect
In 2014 a cartwheeling spider was discovered and it has inspired the creation of robots that move in exciting ways.
In 2014,
discovered, and it
Which change, if any, is needed to the text? Why?
goalie, an overturned garbage can, mocked him like a real-life opponent
D) correct as is--> the goalie is the overturned garbage can. The appositive/ interrupter is describing the goalie.
What type of essay is this prompt asking you to write? What is the topic?
Writing Prompt You’ve just read two passages about bike sharing programs. Write an informational essay describing the impact a bike sharing program can have on a community. Manage your time carefully so that you can plan your essay and do some prewriting in the space provided.
Informative essay: Describe the impact bike sharing programs have on a community
What order should the details of your conclusion written in?
Restated thesis. Summary of evidence. Impactful final sentence.
How many piece of evidence should be in each body paragraph? (*Be specific per paragraph)
Paragraph 2: two supporting pieces of evidence
Paragraph 3: two supporting pieces of evidence
Paragraph 4: one piece of evidence which proves your claim to be correct and the opponent to be incorrect