Section I (Starts on P s1

Writing Task

Tsunami!

Student Name: / ID Number:

Why are people so fascinated by natural disasters that, when they happen, we seem to be glued to our TV or computer screens? State your opinion and support it with reasons. You may write one or more paragraphs.

1. First, to plan your writing, you may use a graphic organizer your teacher will give you, or you may use the space below.

2. Once you have ideas for writing, use the back of this page to write your paragraph(s).

Writing Task —continued
Use this page for your writing. Attach additional pages if you need more space to write.

Now, REFLECT on what helps to get you writing. Is it

• talking about things first, then writing?

• using a graphic organizer or diagram to jot down your thoughts, then writing?

• some other strategy that helps you see your ideas?

Please use complete sentences to tell what gets you writing.

Note to teachers: Use the Individual Writing Profile (Appendix I, p. 353) to summarize students’ results.