1. A ttack the Prompt B rainstorm Possible Answers: C hoose the Order of Your Response THE A-B-C STRATEGY: For writing a timed essay

2. A ttack the Prompt ①Circle “to do” action words. ②Unwrap the question by re-writing it in a “Do/What” chart.

3. B rainstorm Possible Answers: Thinking map Bubble cluster Outline Line clusters Columns *THIS IS YOUR PRE-WRITING TECHNIQUE!

4. C hoose the Order of Your Response ①Arrange your brainstorm into body paragraphs, including details using a Tree Map or Outline. *Remember: ✔ your paper by reading it before you turn it in!

5. Don’t forget!!!! INTRODUCTION: How to Begin This  HTBT = Hook, Topic, Background, Thesis Hook (get reader’s attention) – Thesis (subject/opinion or claim, or what are you going to prove in your essay) BODY:  include details + transitions! CONCLUSION: Really Strong Ending  RSE = re-state thesis, summarize, end strong

6. Sample A-B-C Attack the prompt: Some activities are fun and more interesting than others. Some people like to play sports, others like to read, while others like to play an instrument. Think of an activity that you enjoy doing more than anyone else. Discuss the three main reasons you enjoy this activity and provide examples and details to support each of your reasons. Do/What Think: activity you enjoy doing more than anyone else Discuss: 3 main reasons I enjoy this activity Provide: examples and details to support each reason

7. Brainstorm Soccer Competitive Fast-paced Outdoor activity World Cup Friends play soccer Family tradition School team Learn skills

8. Choose the Order of Your Response

9. Okay, so now it’s your turn! Try the A-B-C Strategy out with this prompt: Due to parent complaints, Santiago High School is considering a school uniform policy. Write a persuasive essay to the principal explaining whether you feel a school uniform policy should be enforced at Santiago. Be sure to include details to support your claim, address counterarguments, and provide a call to action.