Greetings friends!!
I have a few resources to post here for you in case you need them for the final. Remember our chats - PLAN NOW! Final exams make a huge difference in your grades and can really help push you up a letter grade and prevent you from failing or getting a low grade. Start planning now, get organized, get plenty of rest, eat well, and you'll do very well.
The English Exam: Tips and Techniques
Tuesday - Preparation
- You will recieve the writing prompt and a blank 4-square outline.
- Read the prompt carefully. Highlight the QUESTION. Your answer to the question will become your THESIS.
- Begin brainstorming with a "T-Chart". What are the possible ideas for each side? The more ideas the better!
- Choose your side. Which side can you write the best arguments for?
- Outline your paper.
- Write your three topic sentences
- Choose three different types of evidence
- Consider how you will analyze each piece of evidence
- Link back to your thesis
- Plan your counterargument
- Plan your introduction
- Pack up your backpack with the prompt and outline - don't forget to bring these to school! Ah!
- Get a good night's rest, drink plenty of water, and set your alarm for the next day!
Wednesday/Thursday - The Final
- Bring your most comfortable writing utensil. You will be writing for 60 minutes, so make sure you're comfy!
- Bring your favorite loose leaf paper -- no ripped pages from a journal.
- Smile and relax! Pace yourself as you write, and, since you are so well prepared, you will do a fantastic job :)
GOOD LUCK EVERYONE ON YOUR FINALS!
Example T-Charts:
The outline: Parts of the paragraph
