Top Score Writing s1 guided practice

Holidays are times when memories are made.  Think of one holiday that you might celebrate with family or friends.  Write to explain why this holiday is celebrated.

• explanatory
• argumentative
• narrative
• all of the above

Plastic bags can be harmful and hurt the environment.  Write your opinion on whether or not there should be a law that you must recycle plastic bags.

• explanatory
• argumentative
• narrative
• all of the above 

Everyone has a favorite food.  Think about your favorite food.  Now explain why this food is your favorite.

• all of the above
• narrative
• argumentative
• explanatory

The school committee is considering shortening or eliminating your recess.  They are willing to listen to students’ opinions on this topic.  Some students may agree with the school committee’ proposal and other may not agree with it.  What is your opinion of the school committee’s proposal.

• narrative
• explanatory
• all of the above
• argumentative

Thousands of trees in the rainforest are being cut down every day.  Take a position on whether or not there should be a limit on the amount of trees cut down each day.

• narrative
• argumentative
• explanatory
• all of the above

Many school district are considering extending the school day an extra hour.  Should an hour be added  to every day of school day?  What do you think?

• argumentative 
• narrative
• all of the above
• explanatory

Our solar system is a fascinating sight to see and explore. Think about what you have learned about the solar system.  Write to explain about the interesting things you have learned throughout studying the solar system

• explanatory
• all of the above
• narrative
• argumentative