Conventions
Every sentence must start with this.
A capital letter.
It's/its going to rain this weekend.
It's (it is)
What is informational writing?
Informational writing is the purpose to inform or explain something to the read and it is factual?
What is argumentative writing?
The writer has to:
Investigate a topic
Collect and evaluate evidence
Establish position on the topic in a concise manner
What is narrative writing?
A type of writing that tells a story, either fiction or nonfiction
This letter must always be capitalized when written by itself or in a contraction.
I
I bought too/two/to many pairs of shoes at the store.
too
What should be included in the introduction paragraph?
1.) hook
2.) thesis statement
What is present in an argumentative essay that is NOT present in an informational essay?
Your opinion
What 3 things should be included in narrative writing?
1.) Characters
2.) Setting
3.) A conflict
Every sentence must end with a mark. What are three possible end marks?
A period, question mark and exclamation mark.
I invited my friends to go to the mall. They're/There/Their going to be so surprised when they realize I am actually throwing them a party.
They're (they are because it is plural)
What is citing evidence?
Mentioning evidence FROM a text IN your writing
1.) direct quotes
2.) paraphrasing quotes
What must you include in every argument essay in order to provide proof of your opinion?
Evidence from an expert.
What are the 6 parts to a narrative arc in order (the mountain)?
1.) Exposition
2.) Conflict introduced
3.) Rising action
4.) Climax
5.) Falling action
6.) Resolution
What are 2 reasons that you capitalize a letter in a sentence?
proper noun
beginning of sentence
letter I
Abbreviation (OK, Mr. )
Their/there/they're house is white with blue shutters.
Their (the house belongs to someone)
How can you introduce evidence from a text?
1.) In the article, "________"
2.) The author states, "_______."
3.) On page 2 in paragraph 4, the article, "______"
What words or phrases should you use to introduce a counterclaim?
1.) "While some people may say..."
2.) While others may think/say..."
3.) Any other phrase that goes with it
What is the definition of plot?
The sequence of events that take place in a story
Explain what a paragraph is.
5-6 sentences working together to make one key point about the subject of the paragraph.
I love the New Hampshire campgrounds. We are going they're /their/ there next weekend.
there (location)
What kinds of texts would include informative texts? Name at least 3
News articles, scientific studies, magazine articles, recipes, how-to manuals, instructions/directions, signs, reports
If you were asked to write an argumentative essay about whether or not cell phones should be allowed in schools, what are some credible sources you could use? Name at least 3.
Universities, school districts, Department of Education, organizations with experts on this information, technology experts, health experts, parenting experts, school experts.
What value does dialogue add to a story? Name 2 things.
Dialogue allows your reader to learn more about your characters, and it moves the plot along smoothly.