'The Twisted Tree': introducing thesis statements
I can write a clear thesis statement about 'The Twisted Tree'.
'The Twisted Tree': introducing thesis statements
I can write a clear thesis statement about 'The Twisted Tree'.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- An introduction to an analytical essay should include a clear thesis statement.
- A clear thesis statement should introduce your over-arching argument for the essay and clearly answer the question.
- A clear thesis statement should deal with the whole of the novel and how the theme or character develops.
- A thoughtful thesis statement should consider the writer's intentions.
Keywords
Thesis - the overarching argument to an essay, supported by the entire text
Overarching - the most important thing, that affects all others
Annotate - to make and add notes or short explanations to texts or images
Methods - the tools a writer uses to create drama, including language choices
Common misconception
A thesis statement only needs to focus on one part of the book.
A thesis statement should address the overarching argument of your essay, which means it needs to consider the entire text.
To help you plan your year 7 english lesson on: 'The Twisted Tree': introducing thesis statements, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 7 english lesson on: 'The Twisted Tree': introducing thesis statements, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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Equipment
You will need access to the text 'The Twisted Tree' by Rachel Burge, published by Hot Key Books, 2019
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Exit quiz
6 Questions
a piece of writing that explains and develops an argument
overarching argument to an essay, supported by whole text
first sentence of a paragraph, giving it direction/purpose