Point cümlesinde because’ dan sonra give a mini reason.
Why
sorusunun cevabı veren.
For instance in the book he says (ilk example)
Another example is that, in the book we can see (ikinci example)
Explain question: Why is my example important, how is my
example important?
These examples prove that, These examples show that, These
examples demonstrate that, this is significant because, this is
important because
Which is why (point in ilk cümlesine bağla)
Can Soysal is a great tennis player because he is mentally strong and
talented. To provide a clear example, even when Can lost a final match
two months ago, he did not unmotivate himself and he started to work
harder. This is important because if you mental health is strong then
you do not lose yourself in a tennis match which makes you play better
in the match. Additionally, another example is that when he was young,
he could do the shots he did not learn in the match. This example
proves that when he was making these shots in that age, you know that
you can be a great tennis player.
Prompt 1: Josh is Jealous of JB
Point Starter:
Josh feels jealous of JB because of the attention he gets from Miss
Sweet Tea. For instance, when Josh was his friend, now he does
not talk to him and spend his time with Miss Sweet Tea.
Additionally, another example is that JB are always walking into
the cafeteria holding Miss Sweet Tea’s hand. These examples
prove that JB leaves Josh so he can be with Miss Sweet Tea which
effects Josh’s behaviour and makes him jealous.
Evidence Options:
1. “Not here with you. Which is unfair. Because JB will not eat
lunch with you tomorrow or the next day or next week.”
2. “He walks into the cafeteria holding her precious hand.”
Explain:
Why does Josh feel left out? How does his jealousy affect his
actions or feelings?
Prompt 2: Josh Wants to Come Back to the Team After Suspension
Point Starter:
Josh wants to return to the team after suspension because
basketball is a lifetime hobby for him and he misses his brother.
For instance, in the book he says that him and his brother is a
team that is stronger that everyone. Additionally, in the book, he
shoots 30 free throws after every game. These examples prove
that Josh loves basketball and he cares about to be a successful
basketball player which is why Josh wants to return to the
basketball team.
Evidence Options:
1. “It’s not just the game I miss, it’s my team, it’s JB, it’s us.”
2. “When my brother and I are on the court together, this team
is unstoppable, unfadeable.”
Explain:
How does being on the team help Josh feel connected? Why does it
matter to him?
Prompt 4: Josh’s Relationship with His Father
Point Starter:
Josh has a strong relationship with his father because he always
helps him with basketball. For instance, we see that he shoots 30
free throws after every game which is dad’s ritual. Additionally, in
the book, his dad always drives him to the fast food location after
the games, after he learned his dad has a disease, he started not
to want eat fast food so his dad recovers soon. These examples
show that they care about each other, his dad is helping him with
basketball and Josh is helping him with his disease which shows
that they have a really strong relationship.
Evidence Options:
1. “Always shoot for the sun, and you will shine.”
2. “Josh’s father taught him to play basketball and never give
up.”
Explain:
How does Josh’s father support him? What lessons does he teach
Josh about life and basketball?
Example Paragraph for Prompt 1:
Prompt: Josh is jealous of JB.
Point:
Josh feels jealous of JB because JB spends more time with Miss Sweet
Tea than with him.
Evidence:
For example, Josh says, “Not here with you. Which is unfair. Because JB
will not eat lunch with you tomorrow or the next day or next week.” He
also says, “He walks into the cafeteria holding her precious hand.”
Explanation:
These examples show that Josh feels ignored and replaced by Miss
Sweet Tea. He misses the bond he shared with JB and feels left out as JB
focuses on his new relationship, which causes tension between them.
HOMEWORK
Homework 1: Josh Learns from His Mistakes
Prompt:
How does Josh learn from his mistakes?
Evidence Options (Provide these to your student):
1. “The blood from his nose still shooting long after the shot-clock buzzer
goes off.”
2. “Josh reflects, ‘I’ve tried to apologize day and night, but he won’t listen.’”
Instructions:
Write a paragraph explaining how Josh grows from his mistakes.
Use both pieces of evidence to show how Josh reflects on his actions and
tries to fix his relationships.
Homework 2: The Role of Rules in Josh’s Life
Prompt:
How do the basketball rules reflect lessons in Josh’s life?
Evidence Options:
1. Basketball Rule #1: “Your family is the court, and the ball is your heart.”
2. Basketball Rule #7: “Rebounding is the art of anticipating, of always being
prepared to grab it.”
Instructions:
Write a paragraph explaining how these rules teach Josh about life outside
of basketball.
Use both rules as evidence to support your point.
Homework 3: Josh Sees Basketball as Part of His Identity
Point Starter:
Josh sees basketball as a key part of his identity because ____.
Evidence Options:
1. “When I play ball, I’m on fire. When I shoot, I inspire.”
2. “Basketball Rule #1: Your family is the court, and the ball is
your heart.”
Explain:
How does basketball help Josh express himself? Why is it more
than just a sport to him?