Writing Workshop Final Exam Review Final Exam on ________________ 50 points

Thesis Statement main idea of the essay; the author’s argument Example: Should Amundsen students wear uniform? Thesis: Amundsen students should not wear uniform.

Claims –statements that prove the thesis statement true –Example: School uniforms deny students the chance to express their individuality.

Evidence –quotes from a source or real-life experience/observations that prove the claim true –Example Students at Amundsen express their interests through their clothes by wearing sports jerseys or band t-shirts.

Citation –a reference to the source you used in your research –author, title, date, etc. –used as evidence to support claims

Counter Argument –Bring up the opponent’s argument AND prove it wrong or unimportant –Example Some people argue that school uniforms prepare students for professional attire in the work force. They are wrong, because there are thousands of adults who dress professionally every day. They did not all attend a high school with uniforms.

Transitions!!!!!! words or phrases used to connect ideas in writing help the writing flow for the reader moreover for example first to start in contrast nearby meanwhile furthermore finally initially furthermore for instance clearly

sensory details –writing that appeals to the reader’s five senses –creates a strong image in the reader’s mind

dialogue –conversation between two or more people in a book, play or movie –develops characters and moves the plot forward

figurative language –writing that departs from the literal meaning to achieve a certain effect –Examples simile, metaphor, hyperbole, symbolism, alliteration, personification, etc.

plot –events that make up a story –exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution –makes the story interesting

Reflections –looking back and carefully considering something, with the goal of learning and growing