2001 FRQs

Paint me a word picture!How to write an FRQ

STEP #1 - ReadingRead the entire questionRead it againRead it againMaybe read it one more timeSTEP #2 - BrainstormAnnotateUnderline key words/phrasesCircle requirements

Define the term Green Revolution

Give three examplesOutlineJot down key terms/vocabulary/examples/etc. that will be a part of your response. 5 FULL minutes PER FRQMake a list of ideas did the question ask for 3 examples? List MORE and then choose your best ideas and work with them and ONLY THEM.

threeDefineSTEP #3 - WritingCOMPLETE SENTENCESLabels (A, B, C; Ai, Aii, Aiii; etc.) NO BULLET POINTSStructureNo intro, no conclusionjust the answerTell it to your Grandma!Be specific. Avoid vague statements. Do NOT assume the reader is an expert in the topic. NO ABBREVIATIONS!!!No opinionNo diagrams or pictures. Illustrate = give concrete examplesSkip lines between sectionsSpace for editing, end of a clear answer, easier for the readersAs you answer each sectionPut a check mark, smiley face, dollar sign (because your answer is so money )Command TermsIdentifyState a clear, concise, and specific answer. Include an example as support.

Typically 1-2 sentencesDefineGive the precise meaning or basic qualities of something. Include an example as support.

Typically 1-2 sentencesDescribeProvide a representation in words of the basic attributes or characteristics of something. Include an example as support.

Typically a paragraph or moreExplainGive a detailed account, by offering reasons or adding details, to make something plain or clear. Include an example as support.

Typically a paragraph or moreDiscussOffer a considered review, which may include explanations, illustrations, arguments, factors, and evidence. Include an example as support.

Typically a paragraph or more

Example of Command Terms in ActionDiscussDiscuss ONE political, ONE social, and ONE environmental reason (2015)ExplainExplain TWO economic impacts (2015)IdentifyIdentify the political phenomenon represented in the map. (2015)DefineDefine the term lingua franca (2015)DescribeDescribe three political or cultural consequences (2014)STEP #4 - EditingYou have 25 minutes per FRQ5 FULL minutes of Brainstorm20 minutes of writingIf you have extra timeGo back & read the question, section by section.Read your answer section by sectionIf you answered that section, put a check mark, smiley face, dollar sign () USE ALL THE TIME!!!