1. . “Everyday Use”: to support characterization on a graphic organizer.
OBJECTIVES
“Everyday Use”: to support characterization on a graphic organizer.
Biographical Narrative: to write a controlling impression that can be used for your essay. .

2. Writing: Prewrite
Copy: A controlling impression is a term used to describe your distinctive perspective on a subject.
In your essay, it will be the attitude/view you express about your person ~ THESIS STATEMENT

3. Writing: Prewrite {Controlling Impression}
Ex:
My father has been an inspiration and a positive role model.
Kelly is generous in sharing her thoughtful and unique way of viewing the world.
My grandfather is courageous and kind.
Write one:
(My) ___ (is/has been)___ being ___, ___, and ___. (He/She) has (taught me/affected me by) ___. .

4. Writing: Prewrite {Controlling Impression}
List three anecdotes (stories) you could use to prove your controlling impression.
Ex: VIP = My father
Family ski trips (lessons, ski boots)
Pushing me to “take advantage of opportunities (esp. volunteering for 1996 Olympics)
The family van was “my car”

5. Outline of your Biographical Narrative
INTRODUCTION
BODY A (trait #1)
BODY B (trait #2)
BODY C (trait #3)
CONCLUSION 5