Objective:
Students will learn how to make a precise claim that can be supported by evidence.
Activities:
1. Take out a piece of paper. Put your name and today's date in the upper righthand corner. Title this assignment "Explanatory Essay Brainstorm."
2. Quick write... Think of the social issues present in Romeo and Juliet that are still manifest in our society today. Which social issue strikes a chord with you? Tell me why you are interested in pursuing this issue. What makes it real for you? What evidence do you think you might use?
3. Each student will get one (1) minute to chat with me about their choice.
Note:
Tomorrow we will discuss how to incorporate your choice of social issue into an introductory paragraph.
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