
The Martian Chapter 3-4 Informative Writing Practice
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Caroline Salvadore
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The Martian Chapters 3-4
Informational Writing: Mark Watney Character Analysis
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Warm-Up: Writing practice (mini-lesson). Write an introductory paragraph about the Rover and Jezero Crater as if you are about to write an informative essay on the relationship between both.
Hint: Restate, answer, include 2 main ideas about both the rover and the crater, thesis
See picture if you need additional info
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Standard
LAFS.910.W.1.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.
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Multiple Select
Objectives! Hint: select all of them!
Select the best evidence needed to inform readers on a complex idea/concept
Accurately cite evidence and embed quotations
Write an informational text using both skills and maintaining a neutral tone
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Essential Question
Write an informational text describing the character Mark Watney using evidence from your graphic organizer (2-3 paragraphs).
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Task Instructions
As we read, you need to be filling out the character chart for Mark Watney.
Document is located on Focus. In class, I have hard copies available if preferred.
You should be tracking evidence specifically that is relevant towards character adaptation.
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Another thing..
Notice how part of your exit-ticket involves writing an informational piece on Watney (see bottom of worksheet). Pay attention!
SELECT THE BEST EVIDENCE THAT DEMONSTRATES WHO MARK WATNEY IS AS A CHARACTER.
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You should have at least 1 evidence entries. Write an informative summary of Mark Watney's concerns on this particular day.
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Type at least 1-2 pieces of evidence you have on your chart so far.
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Good time to jot down material
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You should have at least 3-5 entries by now. Provide at least one nobody else has mentioned so far below.
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Which quote do you thing best describes Mark Watney as a character?
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After filling out your graphic organizer, you should be able to produce at least two to three informational paragraphs about Mark Watney in chapters 3-4. Be sure to properly cite evidence and embed quotations in order to get credit and also maintain an informative tone.
UPLOAD DOCUMENT (graphic organizer) in focus by the end of class.
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The Martian Chapters 3-4
Informational Writing: Mark Watney Character Analysis
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