G5 Semester 2 Writing

Before I start my writing section I will......
Choose all correct answers!

• Read instructions carefully.

• Choose ONE of the THREE topics to write about.

• Ignore instructions and start writing about whatever I want.

• Take time to think about what topic is best for me. I will choose the one that I can write reasons, evidence, and examples for.

My writing should have....

• 5 paragraphs

• 2 paragraphs

• 3 paragraphs

• 4 paragraphs

My first paragraph is called the....

• 1. body paragraph

• 1. reason

• introduction

• conclusion

In my second and third paragraphs I should write.....

• 1 reason in each paragraph.

• 1 reason in each paragraph and details for each reason.

• random facts that are not about the topic.

In my conclusion, I should write....

• what's a conclusion?

• new facts and ideas.

• my opinion.

• my opinion plus a summary of the most important details.

Should I use persuasive writing sentence starters like the ones in this picture?

• yes

• obviously yes

• 100% yes

Choose the best argument for the following topic:

Write a persuasive essay, arguing FOR or AGAINST the following subject:
Dogs are better than cats.

• I strongly agree that we should protect the environment.

• I have a dog and his name is Tochi.

• I like cats and dogs.

• I strongly agree that dogs are better than cats.

Choose the best argument for the following topic:

Write a persuasive essay, arguing FOR or AGAINST the following subject:
Grade 5 students should be allowed to have cell phones at Wellspring.

• I disagree that potatos are the best vegetable.

• I disagree that students should have phones.

• I disagree that grade 5 students should be allowed to have cell phones at Wellspring.

• I disagree that I should have my phone taken away from me at school.

Choose the best argument for the following topic:

Write a persuasive essay, arguing FOR or AGAINST the following subject:
Everyone should recycle.

• I feel that Big Macs are better than chicken nuggets.

• Recycling is good for the environment.

• It is important for everyone to recycle.

• I feel that that everyone should recycle.

What is the writer's argument in this introduction?

In my opinion, Cheetos are better than Doritos. Let me tell you why. Cheetos are these crunchy, cheesy snacks that are just delicious. They've been around since 1948, and people all over the world love them! On the other hand, Doritos are tasty too, but they're more like corn chips with different flavors. So, let's dig into why Cheetos are the ultimate snack choice!

• Cheetos are these crunchy, cheesy snacks that are just delicious.

• Doritos are tasty too, but they're more like corn chips.

• In my opinion, Cheetos are better than Doritos.

• They've been around since 1948.