Parts of an ECR

Parts of an ECR

By Brenna Wiles

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Write a hook for the previous excerpt.

Remember, a hook is usually a question used to draw your readers in.

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Write a claim to answer this prompt from the previous excerpt: Explain how plastic is harmful to the environment.

Remember, a claim flips the prompt and gives two examples that will be talked about in your essay.

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Find evidence to support this claim: There are ways to keep the farmer's cows safe that don't require hurting the lions, such as developing Lion Lights.

Remember, your evidence must be a direct quote from the text. Include the paragraph or page number you found it on.

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Give reasoning to support this claim and evidence: Claudette Colvin was not a well-known civil rights activist because the NAACP did not think she was a good representation for their cause. In paragraph 5, it states, "Colvin says the NAACP and all the other black organizations felt Parks would be a good icon because “she was an adult. They didn’t think teenagers would be reliable.”"

Remember, your reasoning needs to answer the question "So What?". Ask yourself, why is this important? Why does the evidence back up my claim? Good sentence starters are: This is important because, I chose this because, This quote shows that...

Always end your ECR with a conclusion!

Your conclusion should restate your claim and sum up your evidence and reasonings. Add in any final thoughts you have on the topic to show your writer's voice!