Biography Writing Essentials

Biography Writing Essentials

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

FREE Resource

The video tutorial guides students on how to transform their research into a well-structured biography. It emphasizes the importance of organizing research into sections like early life, important contributions, and memorable aspects. The tutorial provides detailed instructions on writing the introduction, body, and conclusion of a biography, highlighting the need for in-text citations and a bibliography to credit sources.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the three main components of a good biography?

Early life, important contributions, and memorable quotes

Early life, memorable events, and what they'll be remembered for

Early life, important contributions, and memorable events

Early life, important contributions, and what they'll be remembered for

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How should you organize your research for a biography?

By the subject's achievements

Into early life, important events, and memorable contributions

By themes and topics

By chronological order

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should be included in the introduction of a biography?

The subject's family background

A summary of the subject's achievements

Details about the subject's birth and early life

The subject's favorite hobbies

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What kind of experiences should be highlighted in the biography?

Experiences that were unique

Experiences that were fun and exciting

Experiences that shaped the subject's future

Experiences that were challenging

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the body of a biography?

The subject's personal challenges

The subject's contributions to society

The subject's family life

The subject's hobbies and interests

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to answer research questions in complete sentences?

To impress the readers

To make the biography longer

To follow academic guidelines

To ensure clarity and understanding

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should be included in the conclusion of a biography?

A summary of the subject's achievements

The subject's personal reflections

Details about the subject's death or legacy

The subject's future plans

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