Mod 1 Notes
Anne Bradstreet was born in Northamptonshire, England, ca. 1612-13
8 kids, In Reference to her Children, 23 June 1659
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John Smith born in 1580 A True Relation, published in 1608
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William Bradford wrote Of Plmouth Plantation over the course of 20 years starting in 1630. William Bradford was born in 1590 died 1657 governer of Plymouth colony
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Most editorials are used to influence readers to think or act the same way the writer does. Not all editorials take sides on an issue, but have one of the following four purposes: 1. Inform: The writer gives careful explanations about a complicated issue. 2. Promote: The writer tries to promote a worthy activity and tries to get the reader involved. 3. Praise: The writer praises a person or an event. 4. Entertain: The writer encourages or entertains the reader about an important issue. |
What is the process of writing an editorial?Step one: Choose an issue * Determine an issue about which you feel strongly. * Make sure you can speak to this issue in a confident, focused manner.Step two: Collect information * Gather as many details to convince others about your opinion. * These might include: * facts or evidence * statements from sources or authorities on the subject * comparisons to similar situationsStep three: Connect * Give strong arguments in the beginning and end of the editorial. * Be sure to show the opposing arguments and their weaknesses. * Offer a solution at the end.Step four: Correct * Your editorial should be clear and forceful. * Avoid attacking others. * Your paragraphs should be brief and direct. * Aim to give examples and illustrations. * Be honest and accurate.
8 kids, In Reference to her Children, 23 June 1659
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John Smith born in 1580 A True Relation, published in 1608
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William Bradford wrote Of Plmouth Plantation over the course of 20 years starting in 1630. William Bradford was born in 1590 died 1657 governer of Plymouth colony
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Most editorials are used to influence readers to think or act the same way the writer does. Not all editorials take sides on an issue, but have one of the following four purposes: 1. Inform: The writer gives careful explanations about a complicated issue. 2. Promote: The writer tries to promote a worthy activity and tries to get the reader involved. 3. Praise: The writer praises a person or an event. 4. Entertain: The writer encourages or entertains the reader about an important issue. |
What is the process of writing an editorial?Step one: Choose an issue * Determine an issue about which you feel strongly. * Make sure you can speak to this issue in a confident, focused manner.Step two: Collect information * Gather as many details to convince others about your opinion. * These might include: * facts or evidence * statements from sources or authorities on the subject * comparisons to similar situationsStep three: Connect * Give strong arguments in the beginning and end of the editorial. * Be sure to show the opposing arguments and their weaknesses. * Offer a solution at the end.Step four: Correct * Your editorial should be clear and forceful. * Avoid attacking others. * Your paragraphs should be brief and direct. * Aim to give examples and illustrations. * Be honest and accurate.