Entry Task 3.19.19 9.3

Which of the following is the best approach to take while creating a story?

• Keep the main point in suspense until the concluding paragraph.

• First relate the end result and then back up and add details.

• First explain the main point, then follow with a chronological and clear explanation.

• Have a clear conclusion, even if the body paragraphs are incoherent.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

A well-developed body paragraph is one that _____.

• presents a thesis statement at the end

• explains your conclusion

• has sufficient supporting details and examples

• features several types of logical appeals

A coherent body paragraph is one that _____.

• has clear, logical sentences that flow together well

• presents a well-developed thesis sentence

• includes all of the ideas that have been brainstormed

• can also serve as concluding paragraph

How are transitional sentences important in achieving coherence in body paragraphs?

• They show how the writer may agree to the topic sentence.

• They show how ideas transit from the main point.

• They show how the ideas relate to one another.

• They show how the writer may be opposed to the topic sentence.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

A unified body paragraph is one that _____.

• could fit into any essay that a person may write

• brings all of the readers together

• has sentences that all stick to the main idea expressed in the topic sentence

• presents at least five details and examples

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

Which transition should be used for the following sentence: The man's attire and demeanor seemed intimidating at first. _____, as we began to speak I realized he was actually very kind.

• Also

• Otherwise

• However

• In conclusion

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

Suppose that you wanted to expand on an idea in your writing to further clarify the meaning for your readers. Which of following transition words or phrases would you NOT want to use?

• Likewise

• Similarly

• Furthermore

• Meanwhile

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Assume that you wanted to indicate a shift in time in your writing. Which of the following words or phrases would you want to AVOID using?

• Finally

• Next

• Meanwhile

• For example

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which transition would signal to your readers that an opposing viewpoint is about to be explored?

• In contrast

• Meanwhile

• In particular

• In summary

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

What transition would you incorporate to indicate to readers they are nearing the end of a written piece?

• To summarize

• On the other hand

• Furthermore

• Likewise

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E