English 7
I CAN: Defend a
Claim
Entry Task
Complete Assignments from Monday and Tuesday.
Wednesday’s
Assignment
On a new piece of
paper:
Research the Elements
of Horror (Google?)
What makes a good
horror story?
List out some of the
elements of a horror story.
Tuesday’s Assignment
Task(s):
There is a young person
that is complaining that their parents are no longer allowing them to watch TV
or play video games because they have deemed these media outlets as being too
violent.
You have been assigned to this case to act as
either the prosecution (agrees) or defense (disagrees). You are going to research supporting evidence
to back up your belief. By the end of today, you must have:
6 pieces of evidence from 6 different
sources. (Please make sure that each source is reputable.)
4 of these sources will support your side
and 2 will support the other side.
Each piece of evidence must be produced as a
direct quote that is properly cited. Along with the quote, you need two or more
sentences explaining how the quote backs up your belief.
Example: “The leaves change colors and turn the world
into a stunning painting! Everywhere there are pops of colors, making the world
come to life!” (theodysseyonline.com) This
evidence shows that fall is definitely the most beautiful time of the year.
Brightly colored leaves on the trees and lying on the ground are spectacularly
beautiful!
**This
assignment will be completed and turned in on lined paper.
Monday’s Assignment
Writing Prompt
Many people believe that
television violence has a negative effect on society because it promotes
violence. Do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to
support your response.
3 Paragraphs
Introduction
Body (Support)
Body (Counterclaim)
At the end of the period, discuss what makes a good source
and what makes a bad source. Ask for examples.
