Today’s EOC Vocabulary Words (Get a chart from Ms. Guilford and copy down the definitions - PowerPoint Presentation

Today’s EOC Vocabulary Words (Get a chart from Ms. Guilford and copy down the definitions below into the chart.) Verbal irony- irony in which a person says or writes one thing and means another, or uses words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of the literal meaning Dramatic irony- irony that occurs when the meaning of the situation is understood by the audience but not by the characters Situational irony- irony involving a situation in which actions have an effect that is opposite from what was intended, so that the outcome is contrary to what was expected

American Literature – EOCT Review

What is the American Literature EOC? The American Literature End of Course literature is an assessment that: Ensures that students are learning Counts as part of the course grade Provides data to teachers, schools, and school districts Identifies instructional needs and help plan how to meet those needs Provides data for use in Georgia’s accountability measures and reports

How is the American Literature EOC designed? The American Literature and Composition EOC assessment consists of selected response, technology -enhanced, constructed-response, extended constructed response, and extended writing-response items.

When is the American Literature EOC? The American Literature End of Course Test begins on April 28 th , and will last for three days.

Activity 1: With a partner, work on finding the definitions for the first page of your EOC vocabulary chart, and develop, or find, one definition for each word.

GRUDGE BALL!

GRUDGE BALL Rules: 1 . Each group will begin the game with 25 “X”s. 2 . A question will be asked and each team needs to discuss and select their answer. Hold up your answer choice (A, B, C, or D) when you have it. 3 . The team that gets the answer correct FIRST gets to remove 2 “X”s from another team. You can take them both from the same team or split them up. 4 . If the selected team gets the answer incorrect. They may choose the second team that provides the answer. 5. Before you take away “X”s, you will get to increase the number by shooting the toy basketball into the net. If you make the shot from the far line, you can take 5 “X”s off the board and if you shoot from the closer line you can remove “X”s. If you miss the shot, you cannot take away ANY “X”s 6 . You can NOT remove x’s from your own team . 7. If your group is eliminated, you may win your way back in the game by getting an answer correct and shooting a basket. You can earn 4 or 5 “X”s back by answering a question correct and shooting a basket. 8 . The winning team is the one with the most “X”s still left at the end of the game!!!!

GrudgeBall Teams for Third Period:

Grudgeball Teams for seventh Period:

Question 1: “I kept as still as I could. Nothing happened. I did not expect anything to happen. I was something that lay under the sun and felt it, like the pumpkins, and I did not want to be anything more. I was entirely happy. “ What does this excerpt suggest about outdoor contentment and relaxation.?

Question 1: “I kept as still as I could. Nothing happened. I did not expect anything to happen. I was something that lay under the sun and felt it, like the pumpkins, and I did not want to be anything more. I was entirely happy. “ What does this excerpt suggest about outdoor contentment and relaxation.? A The narrator enjoys fall weather. B The narrator is at peace with nature. C The narrator loves gardens. D The narrator is tired from traveling

Question 2: What does the imagery in the passage BEST suggest? The sun was up so high when I waked, that I judged it was after eight o’clock. I laid there in the grass and the cool shade, thinking about things and feeling rested and rather comfortable and satisfied. I could see the sun at one or two holes, but mostly it was big trees all about, and gloomy in there amongst them. There was freckled places on the ground where the light sifted down through the leaves, and the freckled places swapped about a little, showing there was a little breeze up there.

Question 2: What does the imagery in the passage BEST suggest? The sun was up so high when I waked, that I judged it was after eight o’clock. I laid there in the grass and the cool shade, thinking about things and feeling rested and rather comfortable and satisfied. I could see the sun at one or two holes, but mostly it was big trees all about, and gloomy in there amongst them. There was freckled places on the ground where the light sifted down through the leaves, and the freckled places swapped about a little, showing there was a little breeze up there. A Huck understands the world by observing nature. B Huck is more comfortable indoors than in the woods. C Huck’s future is bright and hopeful. D Huck’s night has been long and restless.

Question 3: From The Awakeningby Kate Chopin “[Mr. Pontellier ] could see plainly that [his wife] was not herself. That is, he could see that she was becoming herself and daily casting aside that fictitious self which we assume like a garment with which to appear before the world.” Which theme of American literature is MOST apparent in this excerpt?

Question 3: From The Awakeningby Kate Chopin “[Mr. Pontellier ] could see plainly that [his wife] was not herself. That is, he could see that she was becoming herself and daily casting aside that fictitious self which we assume like a garment with which to appear before the world.” Which theme of American literature is MOST apparent in this excerpt? A individualism B American dream C cultural diversity D equality

Question 4: Which situation is an example of dramatic irony? A. A character’s secret is overheard by someone hiding in the room. The audience can see the eavesdropper, but the character cannot. B. A character finishes a task and then says, “Thanks so much for all your help” to someone who has not offered any help. C. A play is staged with a three-walled set depicting a living room. The characters are unaware of the audience viewing the action through the missing wall. D. A play consists mainly of dialogue, spoken between two characters who sit in chairs upon an empty stage.

Question 4: Which situation is an example of dramatic irony? A. A character’s secret is overheard by someone hiding in the room. The audience can see the eavesdropper, but the character cannot. B. A character finishes a task and then says, “Thanks so much for all your help” to someone who has not offered any help. C. A play is staged with a three-walled set depicting a living room. The characters are unaware of the audience viewing the action through the missing wall. D. A play consists mainly of dialogue, spoken between two characters who sit in chairs upon an empty stage.

Question 5: A playwright wants an actor to deliver a line with a grimace, showing that he disapproves of the words he is saying. What dramatic device would the playwright use? A.dramatic irony B.Expressionism C.Stage directions D.Minimalism

Question 5: A playwright wants an actor to deliver a line with a grimace, showing that he disapproves of the words he is saying. What dramatic device would the playwright use?

Question 5: A playwright wants the audience members to feel as though they were sitting at a glass wall watching the action of the play. What dramatic device would the playwright be using? A.Expressionism B.Fourth wall C.Dramatic irony D.Minimalism

Question 6: Which line best illustrates the passage’s gloomy tone? A) Laurie lay luxuriously swinging to and fro in his hammock one warm September afternoon, wondering what his neighbors were about, but too lazy to go and find out. He was in one of his moods; for B) the day had been both unprofitable and unsatisfactory, and he was wishing he could live it over again. The hot weather made him indolent, and C) he had shirked his studies, tried Mr. Brooke’s patience to the utmost, displeased his grandfather by practicing half the afternoon, frightened the maid-servants half out of their wits by mischievously hinting that one of his dogs was going mad, and, after high words with the stableman about some fancied neglect of his horse, D) he had flung himself into his hammock, to fume over the stupidity of the world in general.

Question 7 Which statement BEST describes a main difference between journals and diaries?

Question 7 Which statement BEST describes a main difference between journals and diaries? A. A journal is more likely than a diary to be published. B. A journal mostly contains secret thoughts and feelings. C. A diary mostly records a specific event or period of time. D. A diary is more formal and carefully written than a journal.

Question 8: Which word is derived from the Roman name for the god of war? A. Martial B. panic C. titanic D. volcano

Question 9: What is the correct way to write sentence 5? A Teresa studied for an hour, outlined her paper, and then had taking a break. B Teresa studied for an hour, outlined her paper, and then takes a break. C Teresa studied for an hour, outlined her paper, and then took a break. D Teresa studied for an hour, outlined her paper, and then will take a break.

Question 10: Arguably the most famous of Dr Pepper’s advertising campaigns was their “Be a Pepper” series. These commercials referred to fans of Dr Pepper as “Peppers” and often featured crowd dance scenes with elaborate, over-the-top choreography. One popular ad jingle was: I’m a Pepper, he’s a Pepper, She’s a Pepper, we’re a Pepper, Wouldn’t you like to be a Pepper, too? Be a Pepper ~ Drink Dr Pepper The strongest evidence of the bandwagon technique in this advertising campaign is that _______________________________.

Question 10: Arguably the most famous of Dr Pepper’s advertising campaigns was their “Be a Pepper” series. These commercials referred to fans of Dr Pepper as “Peppers” and often featured crowd dance scenes with elaborate, over-the-top choreography. One popular ad jingle was: I’m a Pepper, he’s a Pepper, She’s a Pepper, we’re a Pepper, Wouldn’t you like to be a Pepper, too? Be a Pepper ~ Drink Dr Pepper The strongest evidence of the bandwagon technique in this advertising campaign is that _______________________________. A. it encourages people to become part of an “in” crowd. B. it asks a question that has no certain answer. C. it includes a catchy song. D. it appeals to the senses.

Question 11: Which student paper would most likely include a bibliography or works cited page? A a story for a creative writing class B a letter to the school newspaper C a research paper about cloning D an essay about a personal experience

Question 12: Which is the best source to consult for an overview of American poets of the nineteenth century? A. an unabridged dictionary B. a textbook of American history C. a collection of experimental poetry D. an encyclopedia of American literature

Question 13: Which quote by Henry David Thoreau BEST reflects transcendentalist ideals? A. It is never too late to give up your prejudices. B. Beware of all enterprises that require new clothes. C. On tops of mountains, as everywhere to hopeful souls, it is always morning. D. Read the best books first, or you may not have a chance to read them at all.

Question 14: Read these sentences from the fifth paragraph . “While teaching college in 1968, she married Jim Polk, and in the following year, she published her first novel. Its critical success encouraged her to leave teaching and become a full-time writer .”

Question 14: Read these sentences from the fifth paragraph . “While teaching college in 1968, she married Jim Polk, and in the following year, she published her first novel. Its critical success encouraged her to leave teaching and become a full-time writer .” What is the meaning of critical as it is used in the fifth paragraph? grave recognized exemplary faulty

Question 15: Manolo is writing a paper about the ongoing controversy in his town over how to develop its run-down waterfront area. What would be the BEST way for Manolo to conduct research on his topic?

Question 15: Manolo is writing a paper about the ongoing controversy in his town over how to develop its run-down waterfront area. What would be the BEST way for Manolo to conduct research on his topic? interviewing the key people on both sides of the issue checking an encyclopedia volume about water usage searching for his town on the Internet looking at a CD

Question 16 What word in the sentence below is NOT correctly spelled? It is neccessary to review your research and separate your sources by author before turning in your outline tomorrow. neccessary review research tomorrow

Question 16 What word in the sentence below is NOT correctly spelled? It is neccessary to review your research and separate your sources by author before turning in your outline tomorrow.

Question 16 What word in the sentence below is NOT correctly spelled? It is neccessary to review your research and separate your sources by author before turning in your outline tomorrow. neccessary review research tomorrow

Question 17: Sinclair Lewis, who lived from 1885 to 1951, wrote several well-known novels. In them, he attacked the weaknesses he saw in American society. Main Street is probably his most famous novel. In this work, Lewis described the dullness and lack of culture in a typical American small town. In another novel, called Babbitt, Lewis told the story of a small-city businessman. Babbitt could not break free from his role of a solid American citizen, no matter what he tried. The main purpose of this paragraph is to ___________. give information about the works of Sinclair Lewis describe what is wrong with American society encourage people to read more American literature tell when Sinclair Lewis lived and wrote

Question 17: Sinclair Lewis, who lived from 1885 to 1951, wrote several well-known novels. In them, he attacked the weaknesses he saw in American society. Main Street is probably his most famous novel. In this work, Lewis described the dullness and lack of culture in a typical American small town. In another novel, called Babbitt, Lewis told the story of a small-city businessman. Babbitt could not break free from his role of a solid American citizen, no matter what he tried. The main purpose of this paragraph is to ___________. give information about the works of Sinclair Lewis describe what is wrong with American society encourage people to read more American literature tell when Sinclair Lewis lived and wrote

Question 17: Sinclair Lewis, who lived from 1885 to 1951, wrote several well-known novels. In them, he attacked the weaknesses he saw in American society. Main Street is probably his most famous novel. In this work, Lewis described the dullness and lack of culture in a typical American small town. In another novel, called Babbitt, Lewis told the story of a small-city businessman. Babbitt could not break free from his role of a solid American citizen, no matter what he tried. The main purpose of this paragraph is to ___________.

Question 18 Which literary time period focused on an escape from reality?

Question 18 Which literary time period focused on an escape from reality? Realism Naturalism Romanticism Puratinism

Question 19: A good definition of American Realism is _______________.

Question 19: A good definition of American Realism is _______________. a literary time period that focused on the examination of life as it exactly is a literary time period that focused on the importance of religion and God a literary time period that had a sad and depressing view of reality a literary time period that stressed the importance of logic and reason

Question 20: During the literary time period of Rationalism, what document was written?

Question 20: During the literary time period of Rationalism, what document was written? The first romance novel Of Plymouth Plantation The Declaration of Independence My Bondage, My Freedom

Summarizer: Sum it up in a Sentence In one sentence, explain the difference between verbal irony, dramatic irony, and situational irony. The difference between verbal irony, dramatic irony, and situational irony is _____________________________________.

I WANDER’D lonely as a cloud That floats on high o’er vales and hills, When all at once I saw a crowd, A host, of golden daffodils; Beside the lake, beneath the trees, Fluttering and dancing in the breeze. Continuous as the stars that shine And twinkle on the Milky Way, They stretch’d in never-ending line Along the margin of a bay: Ten thousand saw I at a glance , Tossing their heads in sprightly dance. The waves beside them danced; but they Out-did the sparkling waves in glee: A poet could not but be gay, In such a jocund company : I gazed––and gazed––but little thought What wealth the show to me had brought : For oft, when on my couch I lie In vacant or in pensive mood, They flash upon that inward eye Which is the bliss of solitude; And then my heart with pleasure fills, And dances with the daffodils Which feature of William Wordsworth’s poem “Daffodils” is an example of conceit ? A. Daffodils are described as a crowd. B. Daffodils are described as happy. C. Daffodils are compared to stars. D. Daffodils are compared to dancers.

What were the main forms of literature during the literary period of Puritanism? Diaries and narratives Speeches and pamphlets Short stories Creation myths

Which literary time period stressed the importance of self and intuition? Romanticism Dark Romanticism Rationalism Transcendentalism

Some of the literary movements that are closely related the modernist time period are ________________. Regionalism and Naturalism The Harlem Renaissance and Expressionism Transcendentalism and Rationalism Post-Modernism and Puritanism

Activator: EOC Vocabulary Review Ms. Guilford will show you several examples of some of the most common literary terms on the EOC, and you must identify what term each example is associated with.

List of Terms Verbal irony Dramatic irony Situational irony Alliteration Flashback Foreshadowing Hyperbole Metaphor Paradox Personification Symbol Tone Allegory Pun

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CDA 3: CDA 3, focuses on Realism (Hooray! Something we just learned.) Remember, Realism was the time period during which the Civil War took place. Realism focused on themes of survival, fate, and violence, and also placed an emphasis on social class and advocating for specific social issues (such as slavery, feminism, and war) The CDA also makes mention of irony, tone, conflict, characterization, and author’s purpose. This CDA WILL be taken as a quiz grade, simply because…we literally just went over all of these things in the last unit!

Reviewing Terms for the CDA: Term What is it?: Example: Irony Characterization Tone Conflict Author’s Purpose

CDA 3 Questions: Questions one through seven, nine, and ten are multiple choice Questions eight and eleven are constructed response questions. For these questions, you MUST write a minimum of six to seven sentences for each response. For question eight, you must use at least one quote in your answer. For question eleven you must use at least one quote from EACH text.

Writing a Constructed Response: Remember, for constructed responses, we use R.A.C.E.S. Restate the question (or prompt), answer the question, cite evidence from the texts to support your answer, explain your evidence, and provide a summarizing sentence.

Activator: Life Story Think about an important or memorable event from your life, and answer the questions below in relation to that event: 1.When did it take place? 2.Where did it take place? 3.In one sentence, briefly describe what happened? 4.What three adjectives would you associate with that event? 5.What are some specific images and sounds that you connect to the event (think about physical items, colors, noises, etc.)? 6.What feelings arise when you think about it? 7.Why is it important/memorable?

Teacher Responses: Mrs. Murphy (Formerly Mileham) 1.When did it take place? June 25, 2016 2.Where did it take place? The Banquet Hall of Alvaton (an old school house turned into an event hall) 3.In one sentence, briefly describe what happened? I married my husband and then celebrated with our friends and family. 4.What three adjectives would you associate with that event? elegant, fun, hot 5.What are some specific images and sounds that you connect to the event (think about physical items, colors, noises, etc.)? The beautiful white, blue, and purple floral arrangements and bouquets we had. Our first dance song--"At Last." 6.What feelings arise when you think about it? At the time I felt excited and blissful. When I look back on it, I feel joyful and content. 7.Why is it important/memorable? It is important because it marked the beginning of a new time in my life, and allowed my husband and me to formally establish our commitment to one another.

Teacher Responses: MRs. Hoefer 1.When did it take place? The event started in February of 2016 2.Where did it take place? The event started at home early in the morning while I was getting ready for work but was technically confirmed at my doctor’s office. 3.In one sentence, briefly describe what happened? I was told that I had Stage III breast cancer. 4.What three adjectives would you associate with that event? Afraid, Confused but Determined. 5.What are some specific images and sounds that you connect to the event (think about physical items, colors, noises, etc.)? The bright red color of the Adriamycin chemo therapy drug, the intense sound of the MRI machine and the burned peeling skin from radiation are just a few of the images I connect to this event. 6.What feelings arise when you think about it? Sadness, anxiety and fear. 7.Why is it important/memorable? This event is memorable because it was a life threatening illness that I had to fight very hard to beat.

Teacher Responses: Dr. KElly 1.When did it take place? December 2014 2.Where did it take place? Kennesaw State University 3 . In one sentence, briefly describe what happened? I graduated with my Doctorate of Educational Leadership for Learning. 4.What three adjectives would you associate with that event? Dedicated, committed, challenged 5 . What are some specific images and sounds that you connect to the event (think about physical items, colors, noises, etc.)? Hours of work in my home office, 180 page dissertation, look of pride for a difficult goal achieved. 6.What feelings arise when you think about it? pride, determination, setting the example 7.Why is it important/memorable? Important to lead by example, important to understand learning is a life long endeavor, setting the example for my son and students.

Teacher Responses: Coach Gantt 1. I was 11 years old. Almost 20 years ago . 2. I was at a Chapel Hill Middle School basketball game . 3. After arriving home, my parents informed me that my sister, 16 at the time, had been in accident . 4. Helplessness, extreme fear, confusion 5. I remember my best friends’ mom holding me in her arms as I cried after my parents left to go to the hospital. I can still see my sister in the hospital bed. Her face was swollen closing her eyes shut and her hair was dark red from blood. She looked like a completely different person, I remember thinking she looked of Asian descent . 6. Overwhelming sadness. Nothing else in my life, as of yet, can compare to that particular feeling . 7. A few things: 1) This has aided in the shaping of my sister into the God fearing woman she is today. It has made her stronger than imaginable. It helped prepare her for later life difficulties. 2) The accident marked the last time my sister and I argued. We haven’t had an argument in almost 20 years. We openly discuss difficult topics, however, we simply do not argue anymore. 3) It was the first time I ever thought I had lost my sister. No memory stains a heart quite like that feeling.

Teacher Responses: Mr. Durbin 1.When did it take place? Way , back. I guess 1975. 2.Where did it take place? At my assigned locker at high school, but I was new there. 3.In one sentence, briefly describe what happened? My locker mate, who I didn’t know, kept eating my lunch and when I confronted him about there was the stereotypical “almost” fight that started. 4.What three adjectives would you associate with that event? Stupid , Absurd, Inconsequential 5.What are some specific images and sounds that you connect to the event (think about physical items, colors, noises, etc .)? It was during a class change so kids were talking, laughing, but they became very interested in our squabble. I remember feeling very alone, but also unwilling to back down because I didn’t want to be seen as a victim. I also remember the teacher coming up and telling us to knock it off. 6.What feelings arise when you think about it? It seems so silly now, but I made a new friend when I moved my stuff to his locker. 7.Why is it important/memorable? I think it sticks in my mind because I’m not someone who looks for confrontation, but I also was tired of not having my lunch! Also, I think being new is always traumatic and exposes our vulnerability.

What is a narrative?: A narrative  is a report of related events presented to the listeners or readers in words arranged in a logical sequence. A story is taken as a synonym of  narrative . A   narrative  or story is told by a narrator who may be a direct part of that experience and he or she often shares the experience as a first-person narrator

Elements of a narrative The elements necessary for a narrative are: Characters: people or creatures about whom your reader will care; Setting: a place that is familiar, even in a fantasy; Action: something interesting that happens.

Format of a narrative: Introduction: When beginning a narrative essay or speech, the author should set up the context of the story by establishing the setting, environment and circumstances that were involved. For example, the narrative may begin with a sentence such as "It was a bitter cold evening in Boston when I walked out the door to embark on this journey." The introduction or "hook" is designed to engage the reader's interest right away and introduce how the story began. The introduction should also include a thesis statement that sets the focus for the piece and hints that something significant is about to be revealed. Body: Next , the author should detail the specifics of the story, carefully maintaining the sequence of events. Conclusion: Once the narrative has reached its climax and resolution, the conclusion of the piece should focus on the lessons learned or the significance of the events. The conclusion should be a reflection on the story as a whole, offering thoughts, feelings and descriptive emotions to highlight the symbolism and purpose of the story.

Important things to remember about a narrative: Details are key! Details that accurately describe the event are key to ensuring that a narrative is written in the appropriate style for this form of writing. Order is key! Narrative usually operate in some form of logical order that presents the events either in order of importance or the order that they happened. There also must be a clear beginning, middle, and end. Creativity is key! Narrative allow the writer much more creativity some other forms of writing. Use this freedom to your benefit.

Why are narratives important to the EOC? On the American Literature End of Course Test, one of your extended responses is a narrative. This narrative usually prompts students to write from the point of view of character from a story that is not the narrator. This means that you will have to use characterization to determine a certain characters point of view, and use that analysis to prompt your writing.

How do I format my narrative for the EOC On the EOC, you will be expected to write a narrative that is four to five paragraphs in length. Thus, your introduction should be one paragraph. You should have at least two body paragraphs, and the last paragraph should be a conclusion.

Sample Narrative: After we read over the sample narrative as a class, with a partner, you will go through the narrative and make a list of the following entities: Words that mark the beginning, middle, and end, indicating each section by name W ords or phrases that can be considered specific details (colors, noises, conversation, feelings, etc.) W ords or phrases that indicate action W ords or phrases that reveal the personality of the narrator

Your narrative Writing Task: Swap questionnaires from the activator with a person in the classroom that you feel comfortable with. After you have swapped narratives with a classmate, you will write a short narrative that conveys their experience from their point of view. Thus you will write in first person, NOT third person. If you do not feel comfortable with trading with a classmate, you may trade in your questionnaire for a questionnaire that has been filled out by a teacher. In writing your narrative, you must write as if you are the individual that you received the questionnaire from. Make sure you think about the person’s personality. What words would they use to relay their story? How would they have reacted in the mentioned situation? Your narrative should be a minimum of ten sentences in length. It should include an introduction, body, and conclusion. It should also include details and follow logical order

Activator: Question for an Answer Answer: the portion of a narrative that includes the context of the setting, environment, and circumstance What is my question?

Activator: Question for an answer Answer: The portion of a narrative that details the significance of the events What is my question?

Activator: Question for an Answer Answer: The portion of a narrative that includes the sequence of events. What is my question?

Your narrative Writing Task: Swap questionnaires from the activator with a person in the classroom that you feel comfortable with. After you have swapped narratives with a classmate, you will write a short narrative that conveys their experience from their point of view. Thus you will write in first person, NOT third person. If you do not feel comfortable with trading with a classmate, you may trade in your questionnaire for a questionnaire that has been filled out by a teacher. In writing your narrative, you must write as if you are the individual that you received the questionnaire from. Make sure you think about the person’s personality. What words would they use to relay their story? How would they have reacted in the mentioned situation? Your narrative should be a minimum of ten sentences in length. It should include an introduction, body, and conclusion. It should also include details and follow logical order

Finishing your narrative Task: Consult your source! As you finish your peer or teacher inspired narrative, make sure you focus on narrative structure, as well as using details and characterization to ensure that your writing is accurate. You have twenty minutes to finish.

Peer Critique: Now that you have finished your narrative, you will give it to the person that was your inspiration. After you have received the narrative that was written about your experience, you will judge it according to the EOC rubric. On the rubric, write your name, and your “reviewer” will write his our her name. As a reviewer, provide a score for each category and briefly explain why you allotted the score. Return it to the individual that wrote it one it has been graded. Expectations for peer review: the environment is quiet and focused, you are honest and helpful, you wait quietly and patiently for everyone to finish.

Narrative Rubric   Narrative Rubric 4 3 2 1 Points Earned   IDEAS Controlling idea Supporting ideas Use of details Awareness of purpose Sense of completeness   The essay is fully focused and contains a wealth of ideas and examples. The writer uses narrative strategies and stays consistently on topic . The essay is sufficiently focused and contains some ideas and examples. The response is generally appropriate topic. The essay is minimally focused. The provided details are vague or general and the response demonstrates minimal understanding. The essay shows little or no focus and the ideas are unclear, irrelevant, or repetitive. The response is incomplete or too brief.     ORGANIZATION Introduction/body/conclusion Sequence of ideas Grouping of ideas Effective transitions Awareness of purpose   The organization of ideas supports the writer’s focus. Ideas are grouped in a logical manner. Effective and varied transitions are used. The organization is generally appropriate and the ideas are clearly sequenced, but may be repetitive. Transitions are used The organization is formulaic or inappropriate. The response may lack a clear introduction or conclusion. Transitions are rare . The essay shows little evidence of organization or sequencing. Transitions are not used. The response is incomplete or too brief.     STYLE Sentence variety Word choice Audience awareness Personal voice     The writer utilizes carefully crafted phrases to create a sustained tone and an authoritative voice. Word choice reflects an advanced vocabulary. The language and tone are appropriate. Word choice is adequate, but may be simple or ordinary. Some sentence variety is evident. The language and tone are uneven. Word choice is simple, ordinary, or repetitive. There is minimal variation in sentence length and structure. The language and tone are inappropriate. Word choice is incorrect or confusing. The response is incomplete or too brief.     CONVENTIONS Sentence formation Subject-verb agreement Standard word forms Punctuation, spelling, and capitalization   The writer demonstrates full command of the conventions of written English language. No errors are evident. The writer demonstrates sufficient control of the conventions of written English. Errors may interfere with meaning, but are not distracting. The writer demonstrates minimal control of the conventions of written English. Errors are frequent and interfere with meaning. The writer lacks understanding of the conventions of written English. Errors are pervasive. The response is incomplete or too brief.  

EOC Review Practice Get a laptop from the laptop cart. Go to kahoot.it Wait for the game pin. Read over the questions and passages briefly, and be prepared to select your answer within the Kahoot platform. Top 5 scorers will receive candy! Do NOT press the mouse too hard. You should NOT be doing anything on the laptop other than participating in Kahoot , failure to comply will result in detention, and you will be asked to leave the classroom until we have finished.

Activator: Agree or Disagree Today, we will be discussing argumentative writing. In order to prepare us for this lesson, we will participate in an activator called “Agree or Disagree”. You will be provided with a series of argumentative topics, and you must decided if you agree or disagree with the provided statement. Be able to defend your stance.

Statement 1: College education is beneficial for everyone.

Statement 2: Women should be required to register for the U.S. draft.

Statement 3: Fast food restaurants should sell healthier items in order to combat obesity.

Statement 4: Social media is more detrimental to society than beneficial.

Statement 5: Class Participation should be graded.

What is an argumentative Essay? Persuasive writing, also known as the argument essay, utilizes logic and reason to show that one idea is more legitimate than another idea. It attempts to persuade a reader to adopt a certain point of view or to take a particular action. The argument must always use sound reasoning and solid evidence by stating facts, giving logical reasons, using examples, and quoting experts.

Essential Parts of an argumentative Essay Claim- the writer’s overall stance or position, this is also referred to as the thesis statement within an argumentative essay. Reasons- main points that use logic or reasoning to support the author’s claim Evidence- facts that support the reasons presented by the authors Warrant- the portion of the essay that explains how the evidence supports the argument (we also refer to this as analysis) Counterclaim- A claim that disagrees with the writer’s claim Rebuttal- evidence that disputes the counterclaim and proves that it is incorrect

Counter Arguments: Counterargument in an essay has two stages: you turn against your argument to challenge it and then you turn back to re-affirm it (rebuttal). You first imagine a skeptical reader, or cite an actual source, who might resist your argument by pointing out a problem with your demonstration, e.g., that a different conclusion could be drawn from the same facts, a key assumption is unwarranted, a key term is used unfairly, certain evidence is ignored or played down; one or more disadvantages or practical drawbacks to what you propose; an alternative explanation or proposal that makes more sense.

Why is argumentative Writing important to the eOC? Usually on the American Literature EOC, you will be instructed to read one or two passages on a topic, and write an argumentative essay that instructs you to argue in favor or against an opinion presented within the passage(s). You must cite evidence from the passage(s) in order to support your claim. When writing your essay, strive to write four to five paragraphs. Ideally, you would have an introduction, two body paragraphs, a rebuttal paragraph and a conclusion.

Activator: Parts of an Argument Read the following statements and determine if the statement is a claim, reason, evidence, warrant, counterclaim or rebuttal: Inner cities should enforce a curfew in order to decrease late night crimes. Curfews would be hard to enforce and would result in backlash from citizens that enjoy late night activities, such as movies, visiting lounges, and concerts. Around 65% of homicides, and 75% of car theft incidents occur at night. Statistics in Chicago demonstrate that violent crimes are more likely to occur at night.

Sample Argument: As a class, we will read over a sample argumentative essay, which is located on the back of your note sheet. Once we have finished, you will go through and make the following annotations: Circle the claim or thesis statement Underline the reasons that support the claim Place a brackets around the evidence given to support the reasons Place a star next to warrants Circle the counterclaim Underline and label the rebuttal to the counterclaim

Argumentative Writing Activity: You have been provided two argumentative writing graphic organizers. On these graphic organizers, you will outline an argument for two topics complete with a claim, three reasons, a counter claim, a rebuttal, and a conclusive point. You may select two of the topics that we discussed during the activator. Each portion of your graphic organizers must be written in complete sentences. You will submit this handout in for a grade.

Practicing Counter Arguments: Write a counterClaim that refutes the following statements, followed by a rebuttal Statement 1: Classroom participation should be graded. Counterclaim: Rebuttal: Statement 2: Women should be required to register for the U.S. draft. Counterclaim: Rebuttal:

Activator: Reviewing EOC Information The American Literature and Composition EOC assessment consists of selected response, technology-enhanced, constructed-response, extended constructed response, and extended writing-response items. For selected response questions: you should select the letter answer choice that BEST answers the question For technology-enhanced questions: remember that these types of questions are paired together; therefore, you must understand the previous questions and select an answer before moving on to the question that follows For constructed response questions: you should type an answer in PARAGRAPH (six to seven sentences) format, incorporating evidence if asked. For extended writing response items: you should type a four to five paragraph essay that adequately complies with the writing style (informative, argumentative, or narrative) and answers the prompt, ONLY TYPE AN ESSAY FOR QUESTIONS THAT CLEARLY STATE THAN AN ESSAY IS EXPECTED.

Things to Remember about Multiple Choice Questions: Read the questions carefully, make sure you understand what is being asked. Read the answer choices carefully. Go back to the passage if needed. Do not second guess yourself. For technology enhanced questions, make sure you re-read the preceding question before answering the second question.

Things to remember about Constructed Response Questions: Read the prompt carefully to ensure that you understanding what is being asked. Make sure your response is written in paragraph format with a topic sentence that restates the prompt, a sentences that answers the prompt, evidence to support your answer, an analysis that explains your evidence, and a summarizing sentence that concludes the paragraph and restates your main idea. Six to seven WELL WRITTEN sentences (no more than ten!) make a strong constructed response.

Things to Remember about Extended Response (Essay) Questions: FIRST make sure you understand what type of essay you are writing. An informative essay simple requires you to explain a topic. An argumentative essay will ask you to take a stance, make a claim, and a defend a claim A narrative essay will ask you to relay events using appropriate tone and style. Make sure you have an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion. For argumentative essays, remember you must also include a counterclaim and rebuttal at some point. Make sure you use evidence from the provided passages in order to support the ideas in your topic sentences. PROOF READ YOUR ESSAY BEFORE SUBMITTING IT!

EOC Standards Review Chart: In order to assist you with understanding the various question types and language on the EOC, we will complete the standards review chart as a class. We will start by putting the standards in our own words, and then creating a list of actions that you can follow in order to ensure that you are meeting the standard when you see language that resembles them on the EOC.

American Literature Time Period Review The American Literature EOC also may reference specific literary time periods from American Literature. With a partner, you will complete the second review chart in your EOC review packet. On this chart, you will summarize the characteristics of the listed time period. (These can be found on the timeline provided by Ms. Guilford) Next, you will list one piece of literature from each time period. You may use the textbooks assist you. Please show me your completed packet once you have finished so that I can check you off on the grade sheet. My expectation is that you all are working and actively preparing for the EOC. This means that talking should be kept to a minimum, and focus to a MAXIMUM. This exam is worth TWENTY PERCENT OF YOUR GRADE, and you MUST pass this course in order to graduate.

Question 1: Twenty dollars _________ not a fair price for that old tape player . Choose the verb that best completes the sentence. Are Be Is Were

Question 2: Which sentence contains an error in word usage? A. The ransom note said to drop off the money at a discrete location. B. The private detective was known for being discreet with all information. C. I never tell Jennifer anything because she is so indiscreet with information. D. Fred felt like he was best at discrete mathematics rather than other branches of math.

Question 3: The chair that she owned, which she got as a present from a deceased uncle . The above is a sentence fragment. How might the syntax be rearranged to make it into a complete sentence? A. The chair from a deceased uncle, which she owned. B. She got that chair as a present from a deceased uncle. C. The deceased uncle who gave her the chair that she owned. D. The chair, which she got as a present from a deceased uncle.

Question 4: Keith knew it was his sister's birthday. He didn't want to make a big deal about it . Choose the answer in which the syntax best reflects that Keith's desire does not conflict with his knowledge. A. Because it was his sister's birthday, Keith struggled not to make a big deal about it. B. Keith knew that it was his sister's birthday, but he didn't want to make a big deal about it. C. Keith knew that it was his sister's birthday, and he didn't want to make a big deal about it. D. Keith knew that it was his sister's birthday, and he bravely opted not to make a big deal about it

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