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3. After the addition of the sentence indicated in 5. The writer wants to add information to reinforce
question 2 (“These homes often feature the point introduced in sentences 9 and 10.
extremely efficient use of space and have Which of the following would best accomplish TRM ELL Essential Guide Handout
compact essentials like smaller appliances.”), that goal? An ELL Essential Guide for this section chapter 4
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(reproduced below) to provide transition from outlined in those sentences Materials.
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the second to the third paragraph. b. Adding to the list of items that may come up 1. AP FRQ Argument. In his 1992 book Men cultures and times. Report on a role that our Suggestions for Writing / Identity
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There are numerous advantages to this small as last-minute needs Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus, John society believes is gender-specific (for example,
home movement, but there are some c. Balancing convenience and larger Gray writes, “A man’s sense of self is defined the nurturing mother, the protective male) but TRM Rubric
drawbacks too. considerations like environmental impact through his ability to achieve results. . . . A that another culture or people from another time A rubric for these prompts can be found in
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Which of the following versions of sentence 6 d. Clarifying the time-sensitive nature of some woman’s sense of self is defined through her period viewed quite differently. the T eacher’ s Resour ce Materials.
the Teacher’s Resource Materials.
would best achieve this purpose? demands on life feelings and the quality of her relationships.” 4. Connections. The internet is arguably a neutral
e. Using more substantive examples of the
a. (as it is now) Write an essay that argues your position on setting. When you do not know other users’
b. There are numerous advantages to this benefits of storing items for later use whether Gray’s observation holds true today. backgrounds, physical traits, style of dress, and
small home movement, but there are many 6. To provide a connection back to the 2. Creative Writing. Write a personal narrative in so on, you have to judge them only by their
drawbacks to it as well. introduction and the essay’s thesis, the writer which you describe the identity that your family words. Some observers believe that the
c. There are numerous advantages to this wants to develop the conclusion by adding a or friends ascribe to you but that you struggle anonymity of the internet allows people to move
movement, but there are some drawbacks sentence. Which of the following would best against. Explain the origin and nature of the outside of expected roles. Does the internet
to small houses too. accomplish this goal? expectation, as well as your reasons for not affect you that way? Are you more willing to be
d. While these advantages may seem obvious, a. One effect would be a more intentional wanting to inhabit it. Include a discussion of the confrontational online, for example? Are you
there may be unanticipated drawbacks approach to the accumulation of belongings reactions you have gotten as you challenged funnier? Does your online voice resemble who
as well. and to daily spending habits. those expectations. you are in person? Write an essay exploring
e. Even though there are many advantages to b. For example, individuals in tiny homes 3. Research. To explore the idea that gender roles how gender and other aspects of your identity
small houses, there are some drawbacks too. would regret the sacrifices they would are socially constructed rather than biologically do or do not influence your online
4. To strengthen the point made in sentences 7–8, have to make. determined, do some research into other communication style.
the writer wants to make the paragraph more c. From a modern perspective, having fewer
persuasive. Which of the following rhetorical belongings would make a person stand
choices would best achieve this purpose? out from the crowd.
d. However, most people would adapt easily
a. Adding a comparison between how space
in a standard sized home may be used to whatever lifestyle changes they would
versus a tiny home when conflict arises need to make.
b. Providing anecdotal information from e. Moving into a tiny home would be nearly
people who have lived in a tiny house and impossible for families with more than two
practice effective communication skills to children.
defuse conflict
c. Suggesting alternate spaces beyond the
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sufficient to allow tempers to subside
d. Imparting information about the optimum
space necessary for each occupant — for
example suggesting square footage for a Distributed by Bedford, Freeman & Worth Publishers. Strictly for use with its products. Not for redistribution.
family of four versus a couple
e. Including a floor plan for a typical tiny home
to illustrate the obstacles to gaining distance
and privacy
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