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The Boy Who Saved Baseball Writing Prompts Menu
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You must complete one of the following writing prompts for this novel. You can choose whichever prompt that you would like. You must, however, include at least five paragraphs in your essay and follow all stages of the writing process. This writing prompt is due at the completion of this novel study. Your Favorite Place The ballpark is a special place to Tom Gallagher. Do you have a favorite place that holds special memories and feelings? Write an essay that describes this place in detail, the feelings you have when you are there, and what special memories it contains. Include a colored illustration with your essay. You will be assessed using the district’s expository writing prompt scoring guide. An Unforgettable Hero There are many heroes in this book. A hero is someone that you look up to because of their qualities or accomplishments. Choose someone that you think of as a hero. This individual could be living or dead. You can also choose someone that is known or unknown to you. Research this person to find out more about him or her. Write an essay that includes the person’s background, why he/she is a hero, and how this person has influenced you and/or your life. You will be assessed using the district’s expository writing prompt scoring guide. Should Dillontown be Saved? The fate of Dillontown rests on a single baseball game. Do you think the town should be saved as it is, or should it be bulldozed and redeveloped? Take a stance. Write a persuasive essay using at least 3 main reasons and details from the story to support your opinion. You will be assessed using the district’s persuasive writing prompt scoring guide. |
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