Overrated Essay preparation

Big Idea: How do I improve my RA?

Learning Target: Improve commentary by using specific details from the speech.

Reading: Your next book should be one from an AP list. You can search online or ask me for a list. Your next book review will be on March 30th.




Agenda:

1. Fill out the reading progress form.
2. How to write a good argumentative thesis statement.
1. Although X, A and B. Therefore Y.
2. Although many people enjoy the magical atmosphere at Disneyland, it is overpriced and stress-inducing. Therefore, Disneyland is overrated because the hype does not match the actual experience.
   
   
3. Arguments and unstated assumptions handout.
4. RA Focused Practice. Make a copy of this document. Use the ad 

Homework:

1. Did you start your new vocabulary list SAT "R" part 1? You can not turn it in late and you need a minimum score of 60%.
2. English Journal # RA Thatcher body paragraph revision
1. Write a body paragraph with me.
2. Choose one of your body paragraphs to revise. Focus on using specific details from the eulogy.