Essay Drafts: From Start to Finish
Grade 7th Grade · ELA · 90 min· W71
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can write a first draft of an essay with an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
Warm-Up Video
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How to Write an Essay: 4 Minute Step-by-step Guide | Scribbr 🎓
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
In an academic essay, the goal is to persuade readers of a position through informed arguments, supported with evidence and analysis.
- 2
The three main stages of writing an essay are preparation, writing, and revision.
- 3
The body section of an essay is where you make arguments supporting your thesis, provide evidence, and develop your ideas.
Practice Questions
12 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Write a draft on the following: How does the setting influence the characters and plot in Linda Sue Park's novel A Long Walk to Water? Compare and contrast the points of view of the two main characters, Salva and Nya, focusing on how their perspectives shape their understanding of the people around them, the environment they live in, and the events they experience. ”
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