ECR_Introduction and Body Paragraph 1

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What is the GIST?

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A one sentence summary of a writing piece.

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True or False: The controlling idea should contain phrases like 'I believe', 'In my opinion,' or 'I think'.

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False

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The GIST should include the writing piece's title, _______ and a brief summary about what happens.

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genre

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In body paragraph one, sentence three, a response helper could be: 'In paragraph ___, the author writes " . . ."'

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By including these details,

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How many sentences should the introduction of an extended constructed response (ECR) be?

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At least two sentences.

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What is the purpose of the GIST in writing?

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To provide a concise summary that captures the main idea.

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What does a controlling idea do in a paragraph?

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It guides the direction and focus of the paragraph.

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What is an extended constructed response (ECR)?

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A detailed written response that includes an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

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What is the role of the introduction in an ECR?

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To introduce the topic and present the main argument or thesis.

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What should be included in the body paragraphs of an ECR?

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Evidence and examples that support the controlling idea.