Writing Prompt: The following is a prompt for an informational essay. Read the questions and complete the following:
1. Brainstorm possible inventions
2. Outline how you would answer this question in an essay format. Include an introduction with a thesis, and at least three reasons supporting your thesis.
"Inventions have changed our lives for the better and for the worse. In an essay, discuss one of the most important inventions of your lifetime. Explain the positive and negative effects this invention has had on society."
Today:
1. Review vocabulary - quiz on Thursday!
2. Non-fiction focus: article on homelessness
3. Poetry focus: poem on homelessness
Important Dates:
1. Green Light Project - due Friday
2. Vocabulary Quiz - Thursday
3. PSSA Practice Test (from Thursday). You need to make this up tomorrow (Tues, 3/15) after school.
4. Last afterschool SAT prep sessions are Wed and Thursday this week.
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