Prewriting Flashcard

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What is the purpose of prewriting?

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To organize thoughts and ideas before drafting a written piece.

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What should you do during prewriting to help compare the stories?

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Brainstorm similarities and differences related to the theme.

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What type of paragraph contains cited evidence?

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Body.

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What does the introduction of an essay include?

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A hook and thesis statement.

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What is important to include in your thesis statement when comparing stories with the same theme?

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The theme and how both stories approach it differently or similarly.

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What activities occur in the prewriting stage?

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Brainstorming, free writing, graphic organizers, and outlining.

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What is a hook in an introduction?

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A compelling opening sentence that grabs the reader's attention.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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Why is it important to compare themes in stories?

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It helps to understand different perspectives and interpretations of the same idea.

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What is brainstorming?

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A technique for generating ideas and solutions through spontaneous discussion.