Chapter 7 Reflection

After reading Chapter 7, I learned more on how to construct a paragraph that makes sense and flow smoothly as you read. The 4 main things you need in a paragraph or in an essay are the following: topic sentence, main idea, supporting details, transition, and conclusion. Each paragraph must have those in order to make the paragraph understandable and organized. When you read, try to figure out what the main idea is because that will help you understand what the passage or paragraph is about. Look for key terms as you read the sentences, some might be an example, fact, reason, procedure and more. This will help you identify what you are reading and develop a clear understanding of what you read. The last thing I learned are transition sentences. These are the sentences that link the paragraph. It makes it easier to read and understand.

Chapter 6 Reflection

Before reading this chapter, I knew how to write a paragraph effectively. For each paragraph, you will need a topic sentence which explains what you will be focusing on your paragraph. After reading, this chapter, there is more to constructing a paragraph. In order to write a understandable and a organized paragraph, you will need a topic sentence, main idea, and transitions. Transitions are the most important in ending a paragraph because it links you though the next. There are also many transition sequences that are used to write a strong paragraph such as adding, contrasting, concluding, comparing, summarizing, and indicating sequences. All of these will help us write full and effective paragraph.

Chapter 5 Reflection

                In this chapter, it gives information on how to become a better reader and to better understand the passages more effectively using SQ3R. SQ3R is a method used by many readers,authors, and writers. When reading, you must first read the title and the italicized words underneath the title. It gives you an idea of what you are going to read about. Ask questions to yourself about the article and find the answers to your questions after you finish reading. Once you finish reading, review what you read. Go back to the articles and recall the details in the selection.

Chapter 5 Article" Body Piercing and Tattoos"

            In this article, Body Piercing and Tattoo was first seen back in the 19th century. It was presented for different cultures and genders. It then got popular throughout the 20th century. Tattoo's appeared to be worn on motorcyclists, military guys, gangs, or general rough necks. Now teenagers have it all over the place and became a common thing. Piercing can be pierced on all parts of the body and even tattoos as well.The most concern thing about piercings and tattoos are the unsterilized needles. Many people can transmit their diseases through the needles that were used after an infected person. The most important thing is to make sure you go to a clean place to get a your piercings and tattoos. After getting a piercing or tattoos, make sure you wait one year to donating blood if you are attempting to do so.

Chapter 4 Reflection

              Before reading this chapter, I had a brief understanding of what its going to be about. After further reading and visualizing the details on the reading, there are more to learn about word parts and learned new words. In every word, there is at least one prefix, root or suffix that is created in the word. You can then use any of those categories to figure out the meaning. When learning new words, create a vocabulary index card. Jot down all the new words learned or unfamiliar with and then define it with your dictionary. This way you can always go back to the meaning and memorize the word. Make sure you use the word once in a while so it stays in your mind and get familiar with it when using the word.