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Performance Task

WRITE ABOUT READING

Response “Coming Distractions” tells how filmmakers
use techniques to influence how we experience
movies. Write a paragraph about one of your favorite
movies. What techniques described in “Coming
Distractions” does the film use? How do these
techniques help make the movie memorable? Include
text evidence from the selection. Conclude by
restating your opinion.

Writing Tip

Use precise, domain-specific words.
Make sure that verbs are in the correct
tense and agree with the subjects in
the sentences.

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