Crafting Body Paragraphs and Bravery

This video tutorial guides students on how to draft a body paragraph in an argumentative essay. It covers the essay structure, the writing process, and the use of a persuasive map to organize evidence. The tutorial provides a detailed example of crafting a body paragraph, emphasizing the importance of logical order and supporting evidence. It also highlights the steps of writing, revising, and adding details to keep the reader engaged.

What is the first step in the writing process mentioned in the video?

• Close reading and analysis

• Generating and planning

• Drafting and revising

• Editing and publishing

How does the introductory paragraph help in crafting body paragraphs?

• It lists all the evidence to be used.

• It indicates the examples to be discussed in the body paragraphs.

• It sets the tone for the conclusion.

• It provides a summary of the entire essay.

What analogy is used to explain the structure of a body paragraph?

• A building

• A ladder

• A tree

• A stool

What is the first step in drafting a body paragraph according to the video?

• Write the conclusion sentence

• Write the topic sentence

• Review the evidence from the persuasive map

• Arrange the evidence in a logical order

What is the purpose of the conclusion sentence in a body paragraph?

• To introduce new evidence

• To restate the thesis

• To summarize the entire essay

• To ground all ideas into one sentence

What is the first reason given for the Crafts' bravery?

• They helped others escape

• They responded bravely in situations where they could have been captured

• They returned after their escape

• They risked their lives for freedom

How did William Craft show bravery during their escape?

• He sought help from strangers

• He changed his appearance completely

• He stayed calm and avoided detection

• He confronted his boss directly

What strategy did Ellen Craft use to avoid conversation with her seat mate?

• She pretended to be asleep

• She faked being deaf

• She changed seats

• She started a conversation about the weather

What is an opposing claim mentioned in the video?

• Some people think the Crafts were reckless

• Some people argue the Crafts had no choice

• Some people think it was not brave to be afraid

• Some people believe the Crafts were not courageous

What is the final step in the writing process as mentioned in the video?

• Editing and publishing

• Drafting and revising

• Generating and planning

• Close reading and analysis