I asked you this bellringer today for a few reasons:
1. It's a current event that most are keeping up on.
2. I am asking you to describe your reasons for selecting the event you've chosen, which is part of adding description to writing.
3. We will be moving into editorial writing next week, which is writing using your opinion. Being able to explain your reasons is adding support for your opinion.
Recap: We read "Overcoming Obstacles" by Lacy from Alexander, Arkansas today in class. This story is written by a high school student who has overcome a difficult life obstacle. There are several reasons this piece was selected:
1. The girl's age makes her relate to you as an audience.
2. She is very honest in what she says. The best writing comes when you are honest.
3. The format she uses is the one I would like you to follow:
a. Sets the scene and previews the problem, including setting the tone.
b. Establishes and discusses the problem. Brief flashbacks provided where necessary to explain
addition information.
c. Concludes with the lesson learned.
Please feel free to review the story again for further ideas. She does a nice job of including detail and description to her writing, as well.
Homework: Put the event you will write about in chronological order, and then we will move into the above format.
Have a nice evening in this beautiful weather!
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