1. ACT Prep: Writing Skills 2/23

2. Agenda Provide 5 paragraph structure Take Questions, Dive Deeper Study Hall

3. Structure 1: Intro Why your topic is important END with clear thesis: I believe______. 2: #1 Reason you are right 3: #2 Reason you are right 4: Counter Claim Some people may disagree and say_______. They are wrong because_________. 5: Conclusion Restate Thesis Wrap Up Main Reasons Now that I believe you, what should I do?

4. Example Outline Should the driving age be raised to 18?

5. Sample Outline 1: Intro Driving is an important rite of passage in our society. Lots of good and bad things come of it. I believe the driving age should be raised. 2: Many teens may not be able to handle the responsibility. 3: Teens already have a lot of other things to study for than the driving exams. 4: Counter Claim Some people may disagree and say that teens need a license so they can drive themselves to different activities. They are wrong because our city offers a lot of public transportation opportunities. 5: Conclusion I believe age should be raised Too much responsibility Lots of other studying Write a letter to your senator

6. Questions? If yes, ASK! If no, Study Hall!