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In "The Big Orange Splot," Mr. Plumbean's statement, "My house is me and I am it," reflects the deep connection between a person's identity and their space. This symbolizes individuality and self-expression, demonstrating how one's environment can mirror personal dreams and values. The author teaches us about the importance of embracing uniqueness and the courage to stand out, illustrating that our surroundings should resonate with our true selves. This message deeply resonates in a world that often promotes conformity.
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A.C.E(PC).S Model
A • Answer the question or questions the prompt is asking you. • Restate the part of the question • Answer all parts in complete sentences.
C • Cite a quote or summarize an example from the text you are reading to help back up the answer to the questions. • Use transition sentence starters: “A quote that supports this is…” • Explain background information about the quote or share what was happening in the story around it(context).
E • Explain why chose the quote that you did and how it applies to your answer. • Use a transition sentence starter like: “I chose this quote because….” • Give a reason why you believe it supports your answer.
PC • Personal connection- share how you can personally connect to the answers and explanations. • Use a transition sentence starter like: “I can relate to this because….” This reminds me of because…” I can compare this to…beacuase…” • Share a specific example of how you can relate, connect to or compare what you are talking about to something else(yourself, another book,a movie, the world, etc.)
S • Sum it all up, remind us of the point you are making throughout your response. • Use a transition sentence starter like “In conclusion…” therefore…” • Tie it back to the question you were answering.
ACE(PC)S Model • Prompt: In the children’s book, : The Big Orange Splot” by Daniel Manus Pinkwater, when describing his newly designed house, Mr.Plumbean states: “My house is me and I am it. My house is where I like to be and it looks like all of my dreams.” • Question: • What do you think Mr. Plumbean means when he says this and what message do you think the author is trying to teach us through his character?