1. Do Now
Find a partner
Work with your partner to write a short story/description about spring
You should include
At least 2 simple sentences
At least 2 compound sentences
At least 2 complex sentences
At least 2 compound-complex sentences
Underline each type of sentence in its assigned color
May have more than the 8 required sentences. Any extra sentences do not have to be labeled.

2. PARCC-style Literary Analysis
Compare/contrast two fictional selections, focusing on a particular literary element
The prompt will tell you what literary element you are focusing on: characterization, point of view, theme, plot, etc.

3. Planning/organizing A RESPONSE
“Unpack the prompt:” turn it into a question to make it easier to “answer”
Annotate the prompt: highlight arguments and evidence
List key similarities and differences between two texts

4. Essay Structure Intro Short (1-2 sentences) Re-state the prompt
State your thesis
Body 1: Contrast
Evidence from text 1
Body 2: Contrast
Evidence from text 2
Body 3: Compare
Two pieces of evidence (one from text 1, one from text 2)
Conclusion
Short
Re-state intro in new words
Ultimately, what conclusion can you draw about the literary element in question?

5. Example Prompt
BEFORE YOU READ: Today you will analyze passages from two novels. As you read these texts, you will gather information and answer questions about the characters and points of view so you can write an analytical essay….
AFTER YOU READ: In Confetti Girl and Tortilla Sun, the narrators have points of view different from those of their parents. Write an essay analyzing how these differences in points of view create tension in both stories. Remember to use details from both texts to support your ideas.
How can we “unpack” this prompt (A.K.A. turn it into a question)?

6. As we read/annotate, what should we look for?
“unpacked” prompt
In these two passages, how do the differences in point of view between the narrators and their parents cause tension? Write an essay using details from both texts to support your explanations.
As we read/annotate, what should we look for?

7. By the end of class tomorrow…
Read and annotate both texts
Answer the multiple choice questions
Complete both “planning” and “outline” sides of the worksheet
*Only those who have completed all 3 editing columns and this PARCC-style assignment will be permitted to type tomorrow in class