English 1 Lake Travis High School

  Let’s collect your “Punctuating Titles” worksheet. Please pass forward. DON’T FORGET TO PUT YOUR NAME ON IT.  Next, let’s stamp your Thesis Statement (Stamp #4) First:

  Prongs= topics/points  Two qualities of a true friend are loyalty and trust. Prong #1 Prong #2  In order to be successful in English 1, students should pay attention in class and communicate with the teacher. Prong #1 Prong #2 Thesis Statements

 CEC TDEC SAQ  C laim  E vidence  C ommentary Essay  T hesis/TS  D etail  E laborate  C ommentary

 Essay Structure Thesis statement with TWO prongs. (T)Topic sentence addresses prong #1. (D) Detail/Quote/Evidence. (E) Elaborate on detail/explain detail. (C) Commentary/Connection (T)Topic sentence addresses prong #2. (D) Detail/Quote/Evidence. (E) Elaborate on detail/explain detail. (C) Commentary/Connection Conclusion Introduction Body Paragraph #1 Body Paragraph #2 Conclusion

 Example Essay Two qualities of a good friend are loyalty and trust. Many would agree that loyalty is essential to a long lasting friendship. Often, dogs are considered to be “man’s best friend.” Dog’s are loyal to their humans no matter what happens. Similarly, people want to know that their friends will stay true through thick and thin. When one finds an individual that is loyal to that degree, he/she knows they have found a true friend. Another quality that a friendship cannot survive without is trust. The definition of trust is, “reliance on the integrity, strength, ability, surety, etc., of a person or thing; confidence.” The lack of trust in a friendship is very damaging because there is a lack of honesty and reliability. Ultimately, the strength of a friendship is built on one’s ability to rely on and have confidence in one another. In conclusion, a quality friendship must possess loyalty and trust. Introduction: Body Paragraph #1 Body Paragraph #2 Conclusion

  Complete the outline on How to Be Successful in English 1. Due in class. (100 pts.)  No homework! Your Turn!

  Solid thesis ?  TWO different prongs?  NO 1 st or 2 nd person?  Restates the prompt?  Paragraph 2:  First topic sentence matches first prong in thesis?  A good detail /evidence/quote?  Logical, clear explanation/elaboration on detail  Interesting commentary  Evaluate Paragraph three the same as above Edit your outline ***Unless the outline is PERFECT (it’s not), there should be some constructive feedback on your partner’s paper.

  Concluding sentence  Give it a + (excellent), ok (average), - (needs work)  Can you offer any suggestions for improvement on the overall outline?