English 7                                           Test prep and text analysis

On loose leaf paper:  Answer the following in a well written paragraph:

What do you think Sam Westing wants the pairs of heirs to do after the reading of the will?  Support your answer with evidence from the text.

Hints on writing a well-constructed paragraph: 

Sentence #1 – Topic sentence.  Reword the directions.

Sentences #2-4 – Evidence that proves your idea above.  See chapter 6-7 for the will.

Last sentence – concluding sentence…look to the future of the book, state your opinion regarding Sam’s techniques or desires, tell what you would do if you were an heir…

Homework...read for 30 minutes from your independent book!