Exploring the 4 Square Method in Pre-Writing

The video tutorial focuses on the writing process, emphasizing the importance of prewriting. It addresses common challenges students face with writing and introduces various prewriting techniques, highlighting the flexibility of methods. The Four Square Method is presented as an effective visual tool for organizing ideas. The instructor demonstrates its application using a writing prompt and guides students in developing a thesis statement. The lesson concludes with encouragement for students to practice prewriting, reinforcing that writing is a process that can be managed with proper planning.

Why is prewriting considered a crucial step in the writing process?

• It helps in organizing thoughts and ideas.

• It ensures perfect grammar.

• It makes the essay longer.

• It eliminates the need for editing.

What is the main focus of the video tutorial?

• Editing and proofreading.

• Researching.

• Prewriting.

• Publishing.

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

Which prewriting method is highlighted in the tutorial?

• Free Writing.

• Four Square Method.

• Mind Mapping.

• Freyer Model.

What is the purpose of the top left quadrant in the Four Square Method?

• To draw a conclusion.

• To list facts and examples.

• To brainstorm and jot down notes.

• To write the thesis statement.

What should be included in the top right quadrant of the Four Square Method?

• Concluding statement.

• Doodles and notes.

• Facts, examples, explanations, and details.

• Thesis statement.

What example does the teacher use to illustrate the concept of actions inspiring others?

• A famous author.

• A fictional character.

• A historical figure.

• Her daughter Miriam.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What inspired the teacher to become a teacher herself?

• Her mother.

• Her pastor.

• Her friends.

• Her father.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the final step in the Four Square Method as described in the video?

• Listing more facts.

• Creating a thesis statement.

• Drawing a conclusion.

• Writing the introduction.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does the teacher suggest about the spelling and grammar during prewriting?

• It should be perfect.

• It doesn't have to be perfect.

• It should be checked by a peer.

• It should be ignored completely.

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the main goal of prewriting according to the teacher?

• To impress the teacher.

• To avoid writing altogether.

• To get something written down and develop a thesis statement.

• To write a complete essay.