Shifty First Drafts and Quiz

WWII Quiz
Take the quiz, turn it in.

Starter 25

1. What is the most difficult part of the the writing process for you?  Why do you think this part is so hard?  (Think about...brainstorming, drafting, organizing thoughts, critique, revision, more revision, proofreading, finalizing...other?)
2. Howe do you usually come up with ideas for writing? What's your process like?

Shifty First Drafts

1. Read the article on pages 12-13 of your reader.
2. Underline 3 places that stand out, or that you identify with.  Make a marginal comment for each underlined point.
3. Answer the following questions:
• What is her main point?
• How does this apply to you?
• Paragraph 7: Do you "trust the process?"  Why/why not?

Writing YOUR Shifty Draft

For class tomorrow, you will need to write your own shifty first draft of your essay.  Here are some guidelines...

1. Write your perspective statement at the top of your paper.
2. Don't worry about organization, evidence, spelling...just get your ideas out!
3. The more you write now, the more you have to work with later.
4. Put in evidence/examples if you have them.  Don't worry about quotes, just describe or paraphrase the example you are thinking of.

Perspective Statement Conferences

Conference with Lori about your perspective statement for a final check.

HOMEWORK

Finish your Shifty First Draft (handwritten OR typed...your choice).  DUE: Start of class, Wednesday.