Essay
How many paragraphs should be in a complete essay? Name them.
5
Introductions, 3 body paragraphs, conclusion
List: Where should the comma go?
I really enjoy the colors pink blue and yellow.
I really enjoy the colors pink, blue, and yellow.
Name 3 transitions used to show sequence or time.
Next, first, last, second, finally, after, at this time, before, during, following, etc.
Following the lecture, the students began working on their projects.
What does MINTS stand for?
Months
The Letter "I"
Names
Titles
Starts of sentences
Is the following prompt expository or persuasive?
People sometimes say that failure can eventually lead to success. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Use specific examples to convince others to support your position.
Persuasive.
Key words: Agree/disagree, convince
What are the two possible TYPES of prompts that are given on the test? What is the difference?
Persuasive is convincing and needs a counterargument.
Expository is just explaining and does not require a counterargument.
Places: Where should the comma go?
My favorite place to visit is Miami Florida.
My favorite place to visit is Miami, Florida.
Name 3 transitions used to show Cause and Effect.
consequently, therefore, as a result, because, since, due to, hence, thus, etc.
Because students are tired from not getting enough sleep, they are not as productive in school.
What is the adjective in the sentence?
The boy knew the red ball would be his favorite toy from the party.
Red
Hint: colors and numbers are always adjectives.
Which part of this prompt can be used as an attention getter?
Scientist Albert Einstein said, "Imagination is more important than knowledge." Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Include specific details and examples to convince others to support your position.
The quote.
"Imagination is more important than knowledge." - Albert Einstein. What Einstein is saying in this quote is that he finds more value in people having imagination versus knowledge. While the scientist is one of my favorites of all time, I have to disagree.
What are the two MAIN parts of an introduction?
Attention getter and thesis.
Compound Sentence: Where should the comma go?
I love my students so I think they will do great on their test!
I love my students, so I think they will do great on their test!
COMMA + CONJUNCTION
Name 3 transitions used to conclude.
All in all, as a result, finally, in conclusion, to conclude, in summary, overall, etc.
In conclusion, I believe dogs are better than cats.
Where is the capitalization errors? (there are 3)
i really enjoyed visiting the university of Virginia, where I met doctor Chambers.
i - I
university- University (name of college)
doctor- Doctor (title)
For the following prompt, which words (2) tell you how many changes to write about?
If you could make a significant change to the structure or appearance of your school, what would it be? Identify the change you would make, and explain why you would make it.
a ( a=one, an=one, one=one)
change (singular noun, changeS is plural)
Name 4 TYPES of attention getters.
Quote (not available for SOL)
Statistic (not available for SOL)
General Statement
Personal Statement
Generalization
Direct Address: Where should he comma go?
Please stop talking Jessie we are taking a test.
Please stop talking, Jessie, we are taking a test.
Name 3 transitions used to add information.
additionally, along with, moreover, for instance, for example, etc.
Moreover, students being tired can cause a headache for the teacher.
Which word is the adverb?
I am glad that I was able to see you yesterday.
Yesterday
Adverb: Tells HOW, WHEN, WHERE, or to WHAT extent.
For the following prompt, how should you begin your essay?
Many schools have partnerships with local companies and organization that allow students to explore certain professions. Write a letter to the manager of a local workplace that performs the type of work you would like to pursue. Convince the employer to allow you to visit. Include details about why you chose that workplace and the specific job.
Dear (local workplace),
Dear MPMS, (if you are interested in being a teacher)
Dear MPPD, (if you are interested in being a cop)
Dear Office Depot, (if you are interested in delivering or a sales job)
What 3 things should be included in a conclusion?
Transition
Restate Thesis
Takeaway ending
Interrupters: What is the interrupter?
Where should the comma(s) go?
Mom just said much to my surprise that we can get Chik-Fil-A.
Interrupter: Much to my surprise
Mom just said, much to my surprise, that we can get Chik-Fil-A.
Name 3 transitions used for clarity.
In fact, in other words, after all, indeed, etc.
In fact, teachers all over the country complain that they often have to pause during class to wake students up.
Name the eight parts of speech.
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Interjections
Conjunction
Preposition
Create a thesis statement for the following prompt:
Your school is considering making a change to the dress code. What is one change that you would recommend, and why is it important? Use specific details and examples to justify the change.
One change I would make to the school dress code is _______________.I would make this change because ____________, ____________, and ___________.
*or something close to this