Self-Assessment and Revision in Persuasive Writing

Miss Tang guides students on self-assessing, revising, and editing persuasive texts. The video covers using criteria for feedback, understanding writing levels, and techniques for revising and editing. Students learn to identify strengths and areas for improvement, ensuring their writing is clear and effective.

Why is it important to self-assess, revise, and edit persuasive texts?

• To improve the clarity and impact of the text

• To make the text shorter only

• To change the topic of the text

• To ensure the text is long enough

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CCSS.RI.1.8

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

What does 'two stars and a wish' refer to in self-assessment?

• Two questions and one answer about the text

• Two weaknesses and one strength in writing

• Two strengths and one area for improvement

• Two topics and one conclusion

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CCSS.RF.1.3C

CCSS.RF.1.3F

CCSS.RF.1.4B

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.5.4A

What should you focus on when revising the introduction of a persuasive text?

• Checking spelling mistakes

• Rearranging paragraphs only

• Adding complex vocabulary only

• Ensuring it addresses the persuasive topic

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.1.8

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

What is a 'sizzling start' in persuasive writing?

• An engaging and strong opening sentence

• A list of sources at the end

• A conclusion that summarizes the text

• A detailed description of the author

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.1.8

CCSS.RI.2.8

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.5

What should be deleted during the revision of a persuasive text?

• Essential facts

• Correct punctuation

• Strong arguments

• Unnecessary content

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CCSS.RI.1.8

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

What is the purpose of rearranging sentences in a persuasive text?

• To confuse the reader

• To correct spelling errors

• To improve the flow and impact

• To shorten the text

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

What does the teacher suggest about using language features in persuasive texts?

• To use them sparingly

• To avoid them completely

• To use them only in conclusions

• To use them to strengthen the text

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.1.8

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.5

What should you check for during the editing phase?

• Punctuation and spelling

• The strength of your arguments

• The length of your text

• The color of the text

How can vocabulary be improved in a persuasive text?

• By writing longer sentences

• By using more descriptive and powerful words

• By repeating words

• By using simpler words

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.1.8

CCSS.RI.2.8

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

What is the final step encouraged in the video after editing?

• To start a new text

• To apply the learned skills in future writing

• To submit the text immediately

• To take a break

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CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.5.5