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aCTIvITy 2.14
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explaining and Interpreting Change
Literary Terms
An introduction is the opening part of an essay, which should get the reader’s attention
and indicate the topic. The hook in the introduction is a compelling idea or statement designed to get the reader’s
attention. A thesis statement is a sentence in the introduction of an essay that states the writer’s position or opinion on the topic of the essay.
my Notes
3. In the spaces, mark “A” if you agree and “D” if you disagree with the statement about change.
1. Change cannot be avoided.
2. Change can be a good thing.
3. People never really change.
4. Change can ruin a friendship.
5. Without change, a person cannot grow. 6. Change is hard work.
7. It’s possible for one person to change the world. 8. Change is usually uncomfortable.
9. You should not try to change other people.
10. Nothing ever really changes.
4. Choose one of the statements you strongly agree with, and explain why.
5. Read the following sample introduction to an essay about change. Mark the text as follows:
• Underline the hook.
• Highlight the thesis statement.
• Circle or use a different color highlighter for the word that you think best describes the topic of the essay.
Benjamin Franklin once said, “When you’re finished changing, you’re finished.” This means that in order to be truly alive, one must be changing and growing.
I agree because every new experience can make a person change. Sometimes the change is positive, and other times it is negative. Either way, there is no avoiding chance.
6. Fill out the graphic organizer on the next page by interpreting each quote, deciding if you agree or disagree, and explaining why.
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