Academic Vocabulary - Writing -Clark

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What is the Say, Mean, Matter Strategy?

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A strategy used in developing the evidence paragraph that helps writers articulate what they are saying, what it means, and why it matters.

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What are the two possible types of essay prompts on day one of testing?

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Informative or argumentative.

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What is a writing prompt?

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A writing prompt is a tool used to explain what the directions are all about.

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What is a Thesis Statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that expresses the main idea or argument of a piece of writing.

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What is another name for the question on an essay?

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Prompt.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

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To provide a clear and concise summary of the main argument or idea that will be discussed.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To examine the text closely in order to understand its meaning, structure, and the author's intent.

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What is the difference between persuasive and argumentative essays?

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Persuasive essays aim to convince the reader of a particular viewpoint, while argumentative essays present multiple sides of an issue and argue for one.

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What is the role of evidence in writing?

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To support claims and arguments made in the text, providing credibility and validity.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph, guiding the reader on what to expect.