1. What is America? Think about your definition of American and how you characterize America. 1.How do you define what it means to be American? What is America? 2.How do you think other countries perceive America? What are the stereotypes of America?

2. What is America Slideshow During the slideshow, look for pictures that represent those two ideas: 1.Find at least one picture that represents your idea of America and explain why. 2.Find at least one picture that represents what you think the American stereotype is and explain why.

3. 3.8 Paragraph Review 1. TS (topic sentence) 2. SS (support sentence) 3. EX (explanation) 4. SS (support sentence) 5. EX (explanation) 6. SS (support sentence) 7. EX (explanation) 8. CS (concluding sentence)

4. Example 3.8 Paragraph 1. TS: Students can improve grades with a few easy steps. 2. SS: Taking notes during class is the first step. 3. EX: Writing down important information helps students listen more closely and provides good material for review. 4. SS: Another way to improve grades is to participate in class. 5. EX: Sharing ideas and answers during class discussion not only helps a student to stay alert during class, but leads to better understanding of material presented. 6. SS: Perhaps the most important step is to attend class regularly. 7. EX: Missing class often causes often causes students to miss key information or explanations that prevent them from knowing how to complete assignments. 8. CS: Using good study skills pays off in improved grades and in better understanding.

5. What is America or an American? 1.TS: I believe America is ____________________________________. 2.SS: (First characteristic that supports your topic sentence) 3.EX: Give an example of this characteristic in America today. 4.SS: (Second characteristic that supports your topic sentence) 5.EX: Give an example of this characteristic in America today. 6.SS: (Third characteristic that supports your topic sentence) 7.EX: Give an example of this characteristic in America today. 8.CS: Conclude your paragraph.