Figurative
Language
Language
The doors to the castle swung open, inviting me in
Is an exemple of what?
Personification
What is a thesis statement ?
The main argument of an essay
Why does your essay need a hook?
The reader won’t continue reading an essay if it doesn’t hold their interest.
What are the names of two types of essays we have written in this class so far?
Personal narrative and Expository
What is Miss.S favorite animal?
Pigeon
My mean neighbor is such a rat
Is an example of what?
Metaphor
Where should the thesis statement go in your essay?
The last sentence of your introduction paragraph (also the first paragraph)
Where should your Hook go in your essay
The first sentence of the the first paragraph of your essay (the introduction paragraph)
What is a personal narrative essay?
It is a story about myself
The library after hours was a s silent as the grave
Is an example of what?
Simile
What is the definition of alliteration ?
Repeating the same consonant sound
What does a thesis statement always need?
Three parts
Name three types of hooks
Answers may vary
Question, statistic(fact), quote
What is the purpose of expository writing?
Inform, describe, explain
True or false
Is this a good Hook
Vegans are the healthiest group of people in the world
True
I was afraid my friend would spill the beans about our secret
Is an example of what?
Idiom
What should a good thesis statement do ?
Answer a specific question
What type of hook is this
Why do such a small percentage of high school athletes play D1 sports?
Question
What type of writing is the next prompt?
Write about a time something exciting happened to you
Personal Narrative
True or false
Is this a strong thesis statement
The life of the typical college school student is characterized by time spent studying, attending class, and socializing with peers.
True
Name 5 types of figurative language
Answers may vary
Idiom, Personification, Alliteration, Metaphor, Onomatopoeia, Simile, Hyperbole
Write me a thesis statement about why dogs are a good pet
Answers may vary
(must include three points)
Write me a hook about basketball
Answers may vary
What type of writing is this next prompt?
How social media is affecting the course of studies
Expository
Name the parts of an essay
Introduction, body, and conclusion