Synthesis Notes

True or False. The Synthesis test will measure your ability to consider and support a rational argument.

• True

• False

True or False: If you fail to cite the sources, it is okay!

• True.

• False. It is plagiarism.

How many sources must you include?

• 3

• 4

• 6

• 8

Good or not the best idea: use all the sources

• Good

• Not the Best Idea

The Synthesis closely mirrors the Rhetorical Analysis essay.

• Yes!

• No!

What are the three sections of the Synthesis prompt?

• Introduction, Assignment/Task, and Directions

• Background, Passage, and Prompt

• Prompt and Passage

When should you develop a position?

• Before reading the sources

• While reading the sources

• After reading the sources

• Eh. Wing it!

While reading the sources, identify the questions you should be asking.

• Is the source generally for or against the issue raised in the prompt?

• What issues are raised in the source? What claim(s) does it make?

• What data or evidence does the source offer in support of the claim(s)?

• How does this source relate to the other sources?

Good or Not the Best Idea: Whole-heartedly agree or disagree with the sources

• Good Idea

• Not the Best Idea

What function do the sources perform?

• To replace your thoughts

• To support your claim