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Writing responses

English 84 Spring 2012. Writing responses. Write a summary and response of “Tweens.” We are going to talk about how to write a response for an article. Due next meeting. NEXT WEEK MONDAY, APRIL 30. Do the first entry of your annotated bibliography. Write a summary.

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Writing responses

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  1. English 84 Spring 2012 Writing responses

  2. Write a summary and response of “Tweens.” We are going to talk about how to write a response for an article. Due next meeting

  3. NEXT WEEK MONDAY, APRIL 30 • Do the first entry of your annotated bibliography. • Write a summary. • Attach the article to the annotated bibliography. • Download the templates from the website.

  4. Download from our course website

  5. I am going to put the answers on the document camera. We are going to go over ONE passage. drp test

  6. Let’s read it together. As we read, annotate the major details. I strongly suggest you annotate as well so you can write a more effective summary. Let’s talk about “tweens.”

  7. GROUP 1 & 5: What is the main idea of the article? GROUP 2: What self-image do tweens cultivate? How do they project this image to others? GROUP 3: What physically dangerous behavioral trends does Hymowitz link to the tween phenomenon? GROUP 4: What types of examples does Hymowitz provide in her essay? What do these examples prove? Your group will be given a question. CoMPARE YOUR ANSWERS AND CHOOSE ONE PERSON TO SHARE AN ANSWER.

  8. GROUP 1: Was the piece convincing? Why or why not, specifically? Is it well-researched? Are the sources the author uses reputable? Why or why not? GROUP 2: Did the author overlook or leave out anything important? What? GROUP 3: Is the author one-sided (even if he or she takes your side), or does the author presented a balanced view? GROUP 4: What questions does the piece raise for you -- about the topic, about other things? GROUP 5: Does the piece remind you of other topics or issues in society? DISCUSS THE QUESTION ASSIGNED TO YOUR GROUP. On a piece of paper, write down your position and give EXAMPLES.

  9. Choose one person to write. Discuss the question assigned to you. Jot down ideas and phrases—it does not have to be polished. It should be specific. Choose a different person to share out. INSTRUCTIONS

  10. Take a look at your handout

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