1. Medieval Apocalypse: The Bubonic Plague
World History
Medieval Apocalypse: The Bubonic Plague
Thursday, Sept. 27th &
Friday, Sept. 28th
Mr. Aiken
First Coast High School

2. Bell Ringer Pt. 1
Students will briefly discuss in their groups the “Black Death” and on a separate sheet of paper make a list of what they have heard or think they know about the plague. Use bullet points for their list and each student must have their own individual list for their group.
Students will then skim and circle 2 unfamiliar words in document 2, 4, and 7. Then look up the meaning of the word.

3. Bell Ringer Pt. 2
Students will now turn to page 83 and read, “The Black Death: A Global Epidemic” and follow up by answering the ‘Checkpoint’ question on page 84. Students will be prepared to discuss their findings.

4. Writing the Expository Essay

5. Paragraph Essay Structure
Introduction Body Paragraph One Body Paragraph Two Body Paragraph Three Conclusion

6. Thesis Statements
Definition:
A single declarative sentence that expresses what you want your readers to understand; the controlling idea of your essay and road map for your paper
Directly answers the prompt
Makes a claim that others could refute
Last sentence of your introduction (for now…)

7. Introductions and Thesis Statements
At least three mature sentences
Introduces the basic idea or general concept of the essay
Creates interest (the hook)
Ends with a thesis statement (controlling idea of the paper)
Think of your introduction as a funnel. It starts with a broad, general overview of the topic before narrowing down to your specific thesis.

8. Introductory Hooks Draws in the reader
Tone should match the essay (serious, humorous, etc.)
Introduces the topic you will be talking about
Possibility: Start with a quote from one of your researched sources or give a brief background overview of the topic.
**DO NOT start your essay with a rhetorical question!
Has there ever been a time when . . .
Have you ever wondered . . .
What would you do if . . .

9. Writing Body Paragraphs
Body paragraphs should follow this basic outline:
1.) Topic Sentence – shows the main idea of the paragraph
2.) Concrete Detail (evidence) – facts/data, quotes, examples
3.) Commentary (analysis) – your analysis, explanation, or interpretation of your CD.
4.) Concluding/Transition Sentence – wraps up the main idea of the paragraph, or leads the reader into the idea of the next paragraph
Hmmm, look a little familiar to something we just discussed?

10. Example…
A student should attempt at least one Pre-AP course in 9th grade because colleges want to see that their applicants are striving to take challenging classes. According to College Board, “studies have shown that the rigor of a student's high school curriculum is the single best predictor of success in college” (College Board). Even if a student is struggling in a Pre-AP course, it is important for teenagers to push themselves to work harder, to manage their time, and to learn how to study. These are skills that will pay off tremendously in college. Colleges are looking for students who they know will be good additions to their campus, and Pre-AP classes are just the proof these universities need to predict student success.

11. Transitions Example transitions: In summary, For example, Thus, Hence,
A good paragraph will use strong transition words. These are words or phrases that help readers connect your ideas.
Example transitions:
In summary,
For example,
Thus,
Hence,
For instance,
Because of this,
Consequently,
Therefore,
As a result,

12. Academic Language No “You” EVER!!!!!! (Unless it’s in a quote)
No first person – (“I think…” “We learn…” “The story teaches us…”)
No contractions (can’t, don’t, etc), slang, casual or conversational language
No rhetorical questions
Here are a list of a few words/phrases that make your History / English teacher cringe: kinda, gonna, cuz, wanna, back in the day, now a days

13. Expository Writing Expository writing Common Organizational Patterns:
Writing with the purpose to inform, explain, describe, or define the author's subject to the reader.
Common Organizational Patterns:
Compare/Contrast – explain how 2+ more things are alike/ different Cause/Effect - identifies one more causes and the resulting effects
Definition – describes characteristics, features or examples
Problem/Solution – the writer addresses a problem and possible ways to fix it

14. 3 Ways to incorporate evidence
Blended quotes
* using words that are not your own
* taking lines word for word from the source
* remember to keep quotes short (what are the most important elements)
Sample: In March the White House released news that Michelle Obama would “lead the official U.S. delegation to the opening ceremonies of the 2012 Summer Olympic Games” (First).

15. 3 Ways to incorporate evidence
2. Paraphrasing
* expressing someone’s ideas in your own
language
* requires you to use entirely your own language
* you must alter the sentence structure of the
original piece
Sample: The White House recently announced that Michelle Obama will continue to carry on an Olympic tradition started by Hillary Clinton in 1994 by leading the U.S. delegation at the 2012 Olympic opening ceremonies. She is also using this opportunity to continue to promote her Let’s Move fitness initiative for children (First).

16. 3 Ways to incorporate evidence
3. Summarizing
* takes the main idea from a large passage
* condenses that idea using your own words
* shorter than a paraphrase
Sample: The White House recently announced that First Lady Michelle Obama will lead the U.S. delegation of athletes at the 2012 Olympic opening ceremonies (First).

17. The Black Death DBQ Prompt for expository essay:
“Why was the Bubonic Plague (Black death) so devastating to European society?”
Essay is to be written in your compositon books / journals at least five paragraphs long.