Literacy Test Preparation Writing a Series of Paragraphs

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Literacy Test Preparation Writing a Series of Paragraphs (Opinion Writing)

Literacy Test Preparation Writing a Series of Paragraphs (Opinion Writing)

Series of Paragraphs (5 paragraph format) Introduction Paragraph Body Paragraph #1 Body Paragraph #2

Series of Paragraphs (5 paragraph format) Introduction Paragraph Body Paragraph #1 Body Paragraph #2 Transition Word Body Paragraph #3 Conclusion Paragraph Transition Word

Literacy Test Task: � Write a minimum of three paragraphs expressing an opinion about

Literacy Test Task: � Write a minimum of three paragraphs expressing an opinion about the topic given � Develop your main idea with supporting details (proof, facts, examples etc. ) � The audience: adults interested in your opinion � The lined space provided indicates the approximate length of writing expected

Example: � Topic: “Are cell phones necessary in teenagers’ lives? ” � Length: Approximately

Example: � Topic: “Are cell phones necessary in teenagers’ lives? ” � Length: Approximately 2 pages

What to do BEFORE you write: 1. Read all instructions carefully 2. Read the

What to do BEFORE you write: 1. Read all instructions carefully 2. Read the topic carefully 3. Form an opinion about the topic § § Identify all terms Focus on qualifying words like “most”, “best”, “necessary”, “required”

� Brainstorm ideas about your topic in the Rough Notes section of your booklet

� Brainstorm ideas about your topic in the Rough Notes section of your booklet (Nothing you write in this space will be scored) � List reasons (supports) for your opinion as well as details, examples or facts to back them up � Identify which of these supports is the weakest, second strongest to strongest

Writing a series of paragraphs � Decide on the format of your answer §

Writing a series of paragraphs � Decide on the format of your answer § You can write using a minimum of 3 paragraphs, but you should write using the 5 paragraph format � Write voice your paragraphs in the third person § Do not use “I”, “I think” or “in my opinion” � Review your rough notes to decide what information will be written in which paragraph

� Introduction Paragraph § Write a topic sentence- explain the topic or provide a

� Introduction Paragraph § Write a topic sentence- explain the topic or provide a definition if needed § Include an opinion statement (thesis)- state your opinion about the topic and list your 3 supports � Transition Word § Move your reader from your introduction to your first support by using words like: “first”, “firstly”, or “to begin” � Body Paragraph #1 § Explain the weakest of your three supports § Include examples and specific details to emphasize your explanation § Explain how your support backs up your opinion

� Transition Word § Move your reader from the first body paragraph to the

� Transition Word § Move your reader from the first body paragraph to the next support by using words like: “secondly”, “also”, or “next” � Body Paragraph #2 § Explain the second strongest of your three supports § Include examples and specific details to emphasize your opinion § Explain how your support backs up your opinion � Transition Word § Move your reader from the second body paragraph to the third support by using words like: “thirdly”, “also”, or “finally”

� Body Paragraph #3 § Explain the strongest of your three supports § Include

� Body Paragraph #3 § Explain the strongest of your three supports § Include examples and specific details to emphasize your opinion § Explain how your support backs up your opinion � Transition Word § Move your reader from your last body paragraph to the conclusion by using words like: “in conclusion”, “to summarize” or “overall” � Conclusion Paragraph § Re-state or re-word your opinion statement (thesis) § Summarize your supports

Edit your work �Review and edit all parts of your work �Check to see

Edit your work �Review and edit all parts of your work �Check to see that you have responded to the topic fully and accurately �Make sure your response is properly organized �Correct any grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors

Credits � Mary Nanavati – Principal Fletcher’s Meadow � Created by: Candice Lande, Fletcher’s

Credits � Mary Nanavati – Principal Fletcher’s Meadow � Created by: Candice Lande, Fletcher’s Meadow � Susan Bell Louise Arbour SS

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