Reason Paragraphs
How many reasons/points should be in your essay?
2-3
What is the first sentence is your introduction?
Hook
What are the two different type of essays and what is the difference between them?
expository-teach and explain
argumentative- we give our choice or feelings on a topic
How many sentences are in your conclusion?
3-4
How do we begin each body paragraph?
Indent, a transition word with a comma
What comes after your hook?
thesis
What is the first thing you do when you start your test?
READ YOUR PROMPT!
Set up planning sheet
What information should be in your conclusion
restate topic, restate your reason/points, wrap up (make your conclusion feel complete)
What is one way to cite your evidence?
According to the author
In the passage
From Source
How many sentences are in your introduction?
3-4
What words should never be spelled incorrectly.
prompt words and words in the passages
What do you need to start your conclusion with?
indent and transition word
How can I cite evidence?
with the author, title, source number, or paragraph and page
Write a thesis for the following essay.
- Write an informative essay on how humans help the planet.
R1-by reusing items
R2- Recycling cans and bottles
R3- reduce items you can waste
Humans help the planet by reusing items, recycling cans and bottles and by reducing items you waste.
What is a thesis sentence starters for an opinion essay?
I strongly agree with
I believe
In my opinion
When you hear 10 minutes left, what should you do?
write or make sure you have a conclusion!
How many sentences should you have for elaboration?
at least 3 or more!
Write a thesis for the following essay.
Write an opinion essay on whether or not students should have recess everyday.
R1- to get energy out
R2- able to exercise
R3-gives their brain a break
I believe students should have recess everyday to get out their energy, they are able to exercise and it gives their brain a break.
Name a transition word for all 3 reasons/points and your conclusion?
To begin, For starters, To kick it off, etc.
Next, In addition, To continue,
Lastly, Finally, Last but not least,
In conclusion, To sum it all up, All in all,
When I think I'm done with my essay, what do I do?
READ and EDIT!
Check spelling, periods, capital letters!
Do NOT just sit there!