Essay Writing Guidelines and Strategies

Mr. Castellano provides a comprehensive guide on writing a six-paragraph essay, focusing on the importance of preparation, structuring, and using counterclaims. He emphasizes the need to read and analyze articles, develop a strong thesis, and effectively use quotes. The video also covers the importance of proofreading and offers resources on his website. The teacher encourages students to engage with the content and provides a call to action to subscribe and follow his work.

What is the first step Mr. Castellano suggests for accessing the essay resources?

• Visit his YouTube channel

• Subscribe to a newsletter

• Email him directly

• Go to his website and click on 'homework'

How many articles does Mr. Castellano recommend reading for the essay?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What is the key to preparing for the essay according to Mr. Castellano?

• Reading all articles thoroughly

• Memorizing quotes

• Discussing with peers

• Writing multiple drafts

What is the minimum number of paragraphs required for a passing essay?

• Three

• Four

• Five

• Six

What is a crucial element to include in a six-paragraph essay?

• A list of references

• A personal story

• Two counterclaim paragraphs

• A poem

What should you do after quoting a source in your essay?

• Highlight it

• Cite it with text and paragraph number

• Put it in bold

• Underline it

What is the main argument Mr. Castellano uses against social media?

• It is too expensive

• It causes anxiety

• It is not popular

• It is outdated

What does Mr. Castellano suggest doing if you want to argue that social media use is good?

• Use his outline

• Copy from a friend

• Find your own evidence

• Ignore the topic

What is the final step before submitting the essay?

• Proofread and edit

• Add more quotes

• Change the font

• Print it out

By when does Mr. Castellano expect the essay to be submitted?

• Friday

• Monday

• Sunday

• Saturday