2019-06-11 Writing: diner outline

Homework: answer the questions about the paragraph on p. 141 “Questions about the Model”
	AND: practice 2 part B (p. 141-142)
Questions about the Model
1 Topic Sentence: “Costa Rica is a great place to spend a semester doing wildlife research for two reasons.”
  The controlling idea is what the topic sentence says about the topic (Costa Rica). It “controls” what we will read about next.
2 very diverse geography and habitats, astounding number of wildlife species
3 “First of all”, “Second”
4 There are two examples for each reason.
  “For example”, “Another example”, “For instance”, “Another place”
5 It restates the recommendation.
6 listing order (This is typical for reasons supporting some opinion.)
Practice 2 part B
1 rainforests
2 canals
3 coast
4 volcano
5 beaches
6 Swamps
7 habitats
8 continents
(In English-language education, we usually learn seven continents: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia/Oceania, Antarctica)
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p. 143 - Complete the outline about Costa Rica with your partner.
p. 144 - put the sentences in the correct locations in the outline (Which two sentences are the reasons, and which are the examples for each one?)
p. 145 - With your partner, try to think of some additional examples that illustrate each of the reasons why Joe’s diner is the best restaurant.
The Best Restaurant in Town
Joe’s Diner is the best restaurant in town.
A.  The food is delicious.
	1.  Joe’s double cheeseburger is juicy and full of flavor.
	2.  The cake is the best you can find in Boston.
B.  The service is fast and cheerful.
	1.  You never need to wait long to sit down.
	2.  The servers are always smiling.
C.  The prices are low.
	1.  One complete meal costs only $10.
	2.  If you buy a burger and a drink, you can get a discount on dessert.
Indeed, if you’re looking for great food, amazing service, and reasonable prices, Joe’s Diner is the place to go.