Unit 1: Nonfiction With Words and Graphics

What should you think of when writing on the spot?

• A topic you know a lot about

• A topic you know nothing about

• A topic that is very difficult

• A topic that is boring

What is one thing you should remember to do when writing on the spot?

• Take a few minutes to plan your writing

• Write as fast as you can

• Use only simple words

• Avoid using examples

What should you use in your writing for best results?

• Best spelling, punctuation, and capitalization

• Only capital letters

• No punctuation

• Random spelling

What should you do if you want to stay on topic?

• Focus on the main subject

• Write about different subjects

• Include unrelated stories

• Use random facts

How many independent clauses does a compound sentence have?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

Which type of sentence has two independent clauses?

• Simple sentence

• Compound sentence

• Complex sentence

• None of the above

A complex sentence has how many independent clauses?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

Which type of sentence has one independent clause and one dependent clause?

• Simple sentence

• Compound sentence

• Complex sentence

• None of the above

What is the main characteristic of a compound sentence?

• It has one independent clause

• It has two independent clauses

• It has one independent and one dependent clause

• It has no clauses

What is the title of the mentor text shown in the image?

• Animals' Special Characteristics

• Plants' Special Characteristics

• Birds' Special Characteristics

• Insects' Special Characteristics