English 9 Informative Unit IN-CLASS Review

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What is formal language?

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Formal language is a style of writing or speaking that is more structured and follows specific rules, often used in professional or academic contexts.

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How do you improve a statement into formal language?

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To improve a statement into formal language, use precise vocabulary, avoid colloquialisms, and structure sentences clearly.

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What is a Works Cited page?

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A Works Cited page is a list of sources that were referenced in a piece of writing, formatted according to specific citation styles.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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What is the correct format for a website citation?

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Author's Last Name, First Name. "Title of Web Page." Website Name, URL. Accessed Date.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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Where should punctuation go when using parenthetical citations?

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Punctuation should go outside the citation.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay or research paper.

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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How are entries organized on a Works Cited page?

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Entries are organized alphabetically by the author's last name.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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What is the purpose of a parenthetical citation?

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The purpose of a parenthetical citation is to give credit to the source of information used in a text.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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What does it mean to investigate an incident?

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To investigate an incident means to examine the details and gather information to understand what happened.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10