Research Simulation Essay Essentials

The video tutorial explains how to write a research simulation essay, which involves reading non-fiction articles and possibly watching a video on a given topic. Students must use evidence from these sources to answer a prompt, which can be argumentative or explanatory. The tutorial covers the structure of the essay, including the introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion, and emphasizes the importance of using strong evidence to support claims. It also provides examples of prompts and outlines the steps to write a successful essay.

What is the primary goal of a research simulation task?

• To write a fictional story

• To analyze non-fiction articles and videos

• To create a video presentation

• To summarize a novel

What does a research simulation essay require students to do?

• Write a poem

• Read fiction books

• Watch multiple movies

• Read non-fiction articles and possibly watch a video

What are the two types of prompts in a research simulation essay?

• Argumentative and explanatory

• Creative and analytical

• Descriptive and narrative

• Persuasive and informative

In an argumentative prompt, what must students develop?

• A video script

• A poem

• A claim and counterclaim

• A fictional story

What is the focus of an explanatory prompt?

• To prove a claim using one-sided information

• To write a song

• To create a fictional narrative

• To argue both sides

How many paragraphs are typically used for claims in an argumentative essay?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What is the first step in writing a research simulation essay?

• Writing the conclusion

• Reading the prompt

• Gathering evidence

• Watching a movie

How many pieces of evidence are needed to support a claim in an explanatory essay?

• One

• Two

• Four

• Three

What should all evidence in a research simulation essay come from?

• Movies

• Fun facts

• The provided sources

• Personal experiences

What is crucial to include in the introduction of a research simulation essay?

• A personal story

• A claim and three main ideas

• A joke

• A quote from a movie