Writing Biographies and Research Skills

Mr. Green introduces the concept of biographies, emphasizing their factual and unbiased nature. He guides students on how to write a biography, from selecting a subject to conducting research and organizing information using a KWL chart. Mr. Green shares his research on Miles Davis, highlighting the importance of reliable sources and fact-checking. The video concludes with encouragement for students to embark on their own biography writing journey.

What is a biography?

• A true story of a real person's life written by another person

• A collection of fictional tales

• A fictional story about a famous person

• An autobiography written by the person themselves

Why should a biography be unbiased?

• To make it more entertaining

• To make it longer

• To allow the reader to form their own opinion

• To include more personal opinions

What is the first step in writing a biography?

• Publishing the biography

• Writing a draft

• Choosing a subject

• Creating a cover page

Why did Mr. Green choose Miles Davis as his subject?

• Because he was a famous actor

• Because he was a famous jazz musician from Illinois

• Because he was a famous author

• Because he was a famous scientist

What is a KWL chart used for?

• To organize known information and questions

• To write the final draft

• To publish the biography

• To create illustrations

How did Miles Davis become interested in music?

• He was inspired by a movie

• His father gave him a trumpet and he took lessons

• He attended a famous concert

• He read a book about music

What are some of Miles Davis's accomplishments?

• He became a famous actor

• He won several Grammy Awards and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

• He invented a musical instrument

• He wrote a bestselling novel

What is the purpose of double-checking facts found on the internet?

• To make it more entertaining

• To make the biography longer

• To add more opinions

• To ensure the information is accurate and reliable

What should you do after organizing your research?

• Add illustrations

• Create a cover page

• Publish the biography

• Start writing the first draft of the biography

What is the final step in writing a biography according to Mr. Green?

• Publishing the biography

• Creating a KWL chart

• Writing the first draft

• Choosing a subject