“If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough.” Explanatory Prompt Life Changing Moment PowerEd Plans 2014

Prompt: Explanatory Prompt Read the following prompt & write an essay based on the instructions. The grade will be based on the rubric following the prompt. Life is full of big events that change our futures. These events may occur because of a decision that someone makes or because of uncontrollable circumstances. Write an essay about a momentous event in your life and explain how it affected and/or will affect your future. PowerEd Plans 2014

Think about a momentous Explanatory Prompt Gather Ideas! Think about a momentous event in your life. Event Effect Once you have gathered several ideas on both sides, decide which information is the strongest. Then, move on to develop your thesis statement. PowerEd Plans 2014

Explanatory Prompt Thesis Statement Use your ideas to develop a strong Thesis Statement. A life changing moment in my life was _________ because ___________, ____________, and _____________. ___________ was a life-changing moment for me and had a profound effect on my future. Kick it up! Will an implied thesis work for your style? Revise: Did you choose the best ideas? Are there any words you can replace with stronger word choices? PowerEd Plans 2014

Check List Your Turn to Write On! Explanatory Prompt Review your ideas. Choose the best ideas for your essay. Develop a strong Thesis Statement. Evaluate and revise your Thesis Statement. Write your essay. Focus:___________________________________ PowerEd Plans 2014