TDA Writing

Front

What do you write in the MEAN boxes on your pre-writing chart?

Back

What the quotes mean (explain)

Front

Where in your essay do you use the sentence starter: 'In the text, "Gavin Goofs Up," the author shows...' ?

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Introduction

Front

What is another word for the question you have to write about in your essay?

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prompt

Front

For each quote, I need to explain what it _______ in my own words.

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means

Front

What do you write in the MATTER boxes on your pre-writing chart?

Back

Why the quotes matter and tie it back to the question or prompt

Front

What does TDA stand for in writing?

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Text-Dependent Analysis

Front

What is the purpose of the introduction in an essay?

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To introduce the topic and present the main idea.

Front

What is a quote?

Back

A direct statement taken from a text.

Front

Why is it important to explain quotes in your essay?

Back

To show how they support your argument or answer the prompt.

Front

What is a body paragraph?

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A section of the essay that develops a specific point related to the main idea.