Transcript Reading Comprehension

Essay Writing IOI
a)The Introductory Paragraph
b) Body Paragraphs
c) The Concluding Paragraph
The Introductory Paragraph
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Include a general opening idea to hook
the reader about your topic
Include the title, author and a brief
synopsis of the play and its characters
Explain the three ways you will develop
your thesis. (A B and C Points)
Put your thesis ( statement of opinion) in
the last part of the intro paragraph
Tips on how to start writing the
introduction
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To begin, write a few general thoughts
about your topic. For example if your
essay is proving that the main character
is a good father then you could open
with a discussion about parenting.
Remember it should be written for an
audience who may have not read your
novel.
Read the following
Sample Intro Paragraph
Name
Teacher
Class
Date
Last name 1
The True Silent Heroes in To Kill a Mockingbird
Discrimination is an extremely serious issue in our society. It can take on
various forms, such as racism, social inequality and prejudice based on religion,
gender, age, or sexual preference. In today’s society, most people feel that
discrimination in any form is wrong and hurtful, However this was not the case
in the 1930’s. Harper Lee’s classic novel To Kill a Mockingbird, is set during a
period where discrimination was part of everyday life and believed to be correct
and ordinary. Atticus, a Maycomb County citizen and lawyer, is appointed to a
case in which Tom Robinson, a Negro man, is accused of raping a young
woman by the name of Mayella Ewell. Although there is sufficient evidence to
suggest that Tom Robinson is innocent, the prejudice jury still convicts him with
rape. Following the conviction, the violence does not end. In the final chapters
of the novel, Bob Ewell attempts to fatally attack Scout and Jem, Atticus’
children. Boo Radley, a greatly discriminated and misjudged neighbour, comes
to the children’s aid. Boo Radley, Tom Robinson and Atticus Finch are three of
the heroes in the novel. Each man faces the injustice of discrimination in the
1930’s with dignity, hope and perseverance
Body Paragraphs
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Follow basic paragraph format – Remember the hamburger bun – Topic sentence,
Point/discussion, concluding sentence
Guidelines
a)Your first introductory sentence should restating your thesis but this time you will only mention
the first idea that you will prove.
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b)State your point and then describe the context of your first chosen quote which will support your
idea. Tell us what is going on in the novel or play- yes this means describing a little of the plot. Is
your quote from the beginning or middle of the play? Tell us who is involved in the scene and
what you learn.
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c) Follow rules for dialogue and write down what the character says. Rewrite the quote exactly
the way you see it. If more than 4 lines, use a colon before it and keep it indented and justified
on the page.
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d) Discuss how this quote supports your thesis opinion. Why did you pick this quote in particular?
How is it important? Add your opinions and state what the quote is about.
Hint: pretend that the reader of your essay has not read the play so you are
“teaching” the reader how this quote proves your thesis.
Add a transition sentence and then start writing your next body paragraph
Sample Body Paragraph with quote
Antonio is constantly showing his generosity and loyalty to his
good friend Sebastian. By the end of Act two in the play, it is
discovered that Sebastian survived the shipwreck and is on the
island of Illyria without any money. Antonio risks his life to save
his life and then gives him money to go sight seeing. Antonio
says to Sebastian:
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Sebastian is grateful to have such a good friend who offers him
his “purse.” He further tells Antonio to meet him later at the
elephant pub so they can spend some more time together.
That way Antonio can also know that he is alright.
The Concluding Paragraph
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The Conclusion (approx. 1/2 page typed and dsp)
Wrap up your essay -- use a transition word or
sentence.
In a separate sentences, highlight and summarize your
major points. Include all three of of the ideas that you
proved in your body paragraphs. Use a new sentence for
each idea. (hint go back to you’re ABC topic sentences)
Mention the title and author of the play again
Expand on your thesis by coming up with an extension
idea of your essay. The goal is to make your reader think
about how this topic impacts on society or add personal
insights about the author’s purpose of this play or theme.
Continue to avoid using “I think”
Share!
Example Graphic Organizers
Determining What’s Important
and Summarizing
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Proficient readers are active, purposeful,
strategic and metacognitive.
Proficient readers construct meaning
and learn from text by using
comprehension strategies before, during,
and after reading.
Determining What’s Important
and Summarizing
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We, as teachers, can help by:
• Continuing to use teacher-developed graphic
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organizers with students
Teaching explicitly about which graphic
organizers work best in which situations
Asking students to summarize and determine
important facts using graphic organizers
Synthesis
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Make a mental or written note of one
situation in a course you teach where
you could help students with their ability
to find important ideas, summarize, or
make notes using a graphic organizer.
Reading Comprehension
Thank you!