ACE-Just the A Practice

The "A" of an ACE paragraph stands for

• Answer

• Always

• Atta' boy!

• Analyze

In the acronym ACE, what does the C stand for?

• The topic sentence

• The explanation

• Evidence cited/quoted from the text

• Confusion

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

In the acronym ACE, what does E stand for?

• Evidence

• Error

• Elotes

• Explain the citation/quotation

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

Why are dogs superior pets?

Which of these sentences BEST answers the question?

• Dogs are superior pets.

• Dogs are superior pets because they are loyal.

• They are better because they are friendly.

• Because they're more loyal.

Answer explanation

Remember! You need to use the words from the question AND answer it fully.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

How does the author develop the character?

Which of these sentences would be the BEST "A" for an ACE paragraph?

• The author develops the character by portraying his kindness and generosity.

• The author shows us the character and how he is kind and loyal to his friends.

• The author indicates the character.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Should Wayne County schools have uniforms?

Which of these sentences would be the BEST "A" for an ACE paragraph?

• No, because uniforms take away our self-expression.

• Wayne County schools should not have uniforms because they limit self-expression.

• Wayne County schools should not have uniforms because they are bad.

Why is Jesup, Georgia the best city in the world?

Which of these sentences would be the BEST "A" for an ACE paragraph?

• Jesup, Georgia is the best city in the world because of its friendly community and beautiful nature.

• Jesup, Georgia exemplifies a friendly community and beautiful neature.

• Jesup is the best city in the world.

Is Drake considered a better rapper than Kendrick Lamar?

Which of these sentences would be the BEST "A" for an ACE paragraph?

• Drake is often considered a better rapper than Kendrick Lamar because of his catchy songs and huge popularity.

• Yes, he is.

• Drake is sick. Kendrick Lamar is nothing compared to him. Drake illustrates this by dropping more music more frequently.

One trick to make sure you FULLY answer the question, is to use the word because OR....

• by + strong verb

• strong verb

• because

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Which of these is not a strong verb?

• showing

• illustrating

• conveying

• suggesting

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5