The paragraph is missing transitions: Camels are among the most interesting animals. __________, camels are called the 'ships of the desert'... __________, they have a huge hump... __________, they are very passive animals...

First of all, In addition, Furthermore

Topic: Pangolins have many qualities that make them interesting to study. Best supporting detail: First, an interesting fact is that "pangolins look like reptiles because they have scales, but they are actually mammals."

"First, an interesting fact is that 'pangolins look like reptiles because they have scales, but they are actually mammals.'"

Supporting detail about cats as pets:

Cats use litter boxes and don't need walks.

Supporting detail: Cats do not bark or make loud noises.

Cats lead a quiet existence, making them peaceful companions.

Paraphrase: Most cats are natural hunters, but some breeds have lost this ability due to breeding.

Some breeds of cats can no longer hunt mice instinctively because breeding has caused them to lose this ability.

Canada is a top country to live in due to its excellent healthcare, high education standards, and clean cities.

As a result, Canada is a desirable place to live.

Purpose of a closing sentence or conclusion?

Summarizes the main idea and prompts deeper thinking.

Best revision for sentence variety: Eating in the Student Center Cafeteria is excellent because of the food; there are many different kinds of delicious foods on the menu, such as hamburgers, fries, tacos, and pizza.

Eating in the Student Center Cafeteria is excellent because of the food; there are many different kinds of delicious foods on the menu, such as hamburgers, fries, tacos, and pizza.

Relevant site for ice cream history:

World's Favorite Food (History of best-loved foods like cookies, chili, ice cream) www.ingenious_ideas.org

What comes after the hook?

background information about your animal

A sentence that lets the reader know what you will write about.

Best way to include a quote in an essay?

In the speech "House Divided", Abraham Lincoln states, "A house divided against itself cannot stand."

Informational Writing Practice Flashcards

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Purpose of informational writing?

Back

inform

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Not a way to know if a source is credible:

Back

source contains an opinion

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Plagiarism?

Back

Using someone's work as if it was your own.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Citation example: According to "Reptiles Today", birds evolved from reptiles.

Back

According to the article, "Reptiles Today", birds have evolved from reptiles.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What should NEVER be included in a thesis statement?

Back

personal pronouns

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Good transition for conclusion:

Back

Last but not least...

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Citing means:

Back

Referencing the location of the information used.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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