Open Up - Grade 7 - ELA - Module 3 - End of Unit 2 Assessment

Write an Essay Directions: As a curator, you have decided to create a Harlem Renaissance exhibit focusing on the theme of the power of dreams to motivate people and bring a sense of purpose to life. Choose three works that most powerfully illustrate this theme, and plan and write an argument essay defending your claim about why these works are such a powerful illustration of this theme.REMEMBER: A well-written literary argument:• includes an introduction giving readers the context they need to understand the topic or text; • fairly acknowledges the counter-argument; • clearly states a claim and stays focused on supporting that claim throughout the piece; • uses accurate and relevant evidence and reasoning to support the points; • groups information logically, in a way that makes the points clear to the reader; • uses words and phrases to connect the reasons to the claim; • includes a conclusion supporting the argument and restates the claim; • uses a formal style; and • follows rules of writing (spelling, punctuation, and grammar).Now, begin work on your essay. Manage your time carefully so that you can complete the steps below:1. Spend a few minutes reviewing your note-catchers and texts from Units 1 and 2. You will use these resources to plan your essay before writing. 2. Plan the essay on your Argument Writing Plan graphic organizer or one you create yourself. The planner will not be scored; only your essay itself will be assessed. 3. Draft the essay. 4. Use the Argument Writing Checklist to revise and edit your essay. 5. Reread your essay checking for effective evidence and organization. 6. Check your essay for spelling, punctuation, and grammar mistakes.Use the following documents to assist you in writing your essay:• Note-catchers from Module 3, Units 1 and 2 • Texts and artwork from Module 3, Units 1 and 2: Shuffle Along, “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” “Calling Dreams,” “Hope,” “I Shall Return,” Ethiopia Awakening, African Phantasy: Awakening, “The Negro Speaks of Rivers,” “His Motto,” and “The Boy and the Bayonet” • Argument Writing checklist • Argument Writing Plan graphic organizer • Vocabulary log (from Unit 1, Lesson 2, Work Time A) • Online or print dictionaries (including ELL and home language dictionaries)

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