1. Digipen English 1
Class 8

2. Schedule Midterm Presentation Information
Giving Reasons – More details

3. Pecha – Kucha Midterm Presentation Info.
With Partners
Pecha – Kucha Midterm Presentation Info.

5. Giving Reasons – More details
In conversation and writing
Giving Reasons – More details

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When I first came to the United States of America, I found out the importance of knowing English. Whenever I went to the market to buy food, to the post office to mail a letter, or to take a bus to the bank, I had to communicate in English or things would not go smoothly. But the two most important reasons for learning English for me are to be able to go through the interview process to get the job and to be able to read English to know what is going on in the world. 13

10. First, learning English is essential if I wish to go through the interview process to get a job. It is important to feel comfortable with the language and be able to converse without hesitation with the interviewer. Even if the interview is in another language, sometimes the interviewer will switch to English just to test your fluency. But conversation is not enough; I must be able to understand formal written English, including contracts. When I was in Hong Kong, I went for an interview and was given a letter of employment to read and sign. The letter stated, “you will have a 9 month probation, one month's notice or payment in lieu of notice has to be given if either party wants to terminate the contract during the probation period.” I did not know what “payment of lieu” of or “terminate” meant. I could not ask the interviewer or I would not get the job. I signed the contract and started the job. I quit six months later without prior notice. Because I did not understand the contract, I lost a month's salary.
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11. Second, learning English is important for me because I want to know what is going on around me in the world. When I read newspapers and magazines in my own language, I feel I am not getting enough news of the world. I believe that Western reporters communicate all kinds of news in greater detail, and this will give me a different perspective. Also being able to read magazines and newspapers in English will keep me aware of the technological changes that will be affecting us all. With recent advances in technology, the world is changing rapidly in many fields, such as business, arts, and medicine. These changes will affect me soon, and it is important for me to read and keep up with these changes.
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In conclusion, it is important for me to learn English so that I will feel confident about myself when I go for a job interview again. It is also important as I want to know what is happening in the world around me, and by learning English I can do this. In fact, learning English is the answer to a lot of the things that I need and want. 13

13. What is the thesis statement for the whole essay? Circle it.
What are the topic sentences in each of the body paragraphs? Underline them.
How many reasons does the student give for the importance of learning English?
What transitions are used to introduce the reasons? Double underline them.
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16. Remainder of Class Find presentation partners
Discuss ideas for presentation
HOMEWORK…
“Write an Essay” – complete this in your weekly learning journal. This will “substitute” as your “speculate as to why something is the way it is”.