Scenario: Your class plans to research and discuss why it is important to treat various sites with respect. To prepare for your discussion, you chose to focus your research on how archaeological sites should be treated and you develop the following research question:
Why is it important to treat archaeological sites with respect?
You have three credible sources on archaeological sites. After you review these sources, you will construct an argumentative text that answers the research question. You can review the sources as often as you like. Use scratch paper to take notes as you read and plan for your writing.
Synthesize Information: Take notes while reading each passage. Read the writing prompt and write your claim and supporting reasons (rationale). Then review the notes you make while reading the sources and use your notes to organize your writing. |
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Use your passages, scratch paper, writer's checklist, and rubric to ensure your writing answers the question and meets the expectations of the assignment.
Write an argumentative essay that answers the question:
Why is it important to treat archaeological sites with respect?
