SAMPLE WRITING PROMPT - GRADE 8                                         Paulette Cefalu-Walkwitz, Supervisor
                                                                                                                             Tangipahoa Parish School System
 
 
Many of us have changed the way we feel about certain people since September 11, 2001.  Think of someone whom you feel differently about since the event on September 11.  The person might be a political leader, relative, friend, teacher, or someone you have heard or read about.  Write a multi-paragraph composition saying who the person is and how your feelings have changed. 

You might want to begin by jotting down some notes or outlining your ideas.  After you choose the person, consider what he or she said or did that caused your feelings to change.  Be sure you state who the person is and why your feelings have changed. 

When you write your composition, write it as an explanation for a friend to read.  Your composition should be at least 150-200 words long.

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