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Constructed Response

Constructed Response. Mrs. Kate Hendrix Madison Central High School. How to Write Better and Win Friends. Buddy, Buddy. Use last names (not first names) Keep the tone formal DON’T USE 1 ST PERSON OR 2 ND PERSON. Know Your Stuff.

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Constructed Response

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  1. Constructed Response Mrs. Kate Hendrix Madison Central High School

  2. How to Write Better and Win Friends

  3. Buddy, Buddy • Use last names (not first names) • Keep the tone formal • DON’T USE 1ST PERSON OR 2ND PERSON.

  4. Know Your Stuff • Make sure that the literary device you refer to is actually the one you cite. • Understand your argument before trying to support it • Spell people’s names right (DOUGLASS not Douglas, for example!)

  5. Form and Function • Paragraphs should have no fewer than 3 good sentences. • Use correct grammar and punctuation. • There/they’re/their. ‘nuf said.

  6. Argue Like a Pro • Include a clear thesis statement in your introduction • Give details…Show, don’t tell • Use strong words correctly. • Avoid words like “thing” and “a lot.” • Use strong examples that illustrate your argument. • Incorporate quotes into your sentences…

  7. Wait…Incorporate quotes INTO my sentences? But how?

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