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Do Now: Writing

Do Now: Writing. “Possessions”. Read this quote: “Cut back on your possessions. The more you own, the more time you waste taking care of things.” – The Delany Sisters Think: In our society, success is often defined by how much we own. What if it were the opposite?.

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Do Now: Writing

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  1. Do Now: Writing “Possessions”

  2. Read this quote: “Cut back on your possessions. The more you own, the more time you waste taking care of things.” – The Delany Sisters Think: In our society, success is often defined by how much we own. What if it were the opposite? Think carefully about this statement

  3. Your task today: • Write an essay explaining how possessions could be a burden.

  4. For the next two minutes, write one sentence stating how possessions could be a burden. This can be your first sentence. • Hint: Use the language of the prompt to write your complete sentence. Prompt:Write an essay explaining how possessions could be a burden.

  5. Take a breath and indent. • Think of a character in a movie, television show, or book who has a possession that became a burden. • For the next four minutes, explain how this possession was burdensome or difficult. How did it affect this person’s life and the lives of those around them?

  6. Take a breath and indent. • Think of a current or historical event in which someone has a possession that becomes a burden. • For the next four minutes, explain how this possession was burdensome or difficult. How did it affect this person’s life and the lives of those around them?

  7. Take a breath and indent one more time. • In the next two minutes, end your essay by answering the question “so what?” - show your readers why this essay is important and meaningful.

  8. Take three minutes to edit and revise your paper. Follow these steps: • Carefully and slowly re-read what you wrote. • Re-write sentences or add/delete words to make sure your point is clear. • Add transitions at the beginning of your paragraphs (first, for example, in addition) Final Step!

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