Cosby obviously loves his children even though he highlights the frustrations of fatherhood. It's the combination of love sprinkled with light sarcasm that creates the humorous tone of his writing. As you read "Try Indirection and Prayer," think of a reasonable conclusion you might draw from the incident. It might be from the daughter's point of view, or the father's point of view.

Short Answer Prompt:

Is the following a reasonable conclusion that may be drawn from the selection? Why or why not? Refer to the selection to support your answer.

Once out of the house, children forget what their parents have taught them about doing the right thing.

Note: What key elements will be needed for a full two point answer?

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• evaluates appropriate information which leads to decision about author's purpose throughout the passage (Does the conclusion drawn make sense and fit the passage?)
• develops thoughtful interpretations of author's statements
• uses sufficient, relevant evidence from passage to support evaluation

• evaluates limited information leading to decision about author's purpose throughout the passage (In answering the question: Does the conclusion drawn make sense and fit the passage?, the response may be partial or not include all information from the passage.)
• develops average or simple interpretations of author's statements
• attempts to use evidence from passage to support claims; support may be limited or irrelevant (not make sense).

• little or no understanding of the passage or figuring out author's purpose or if it changes at all
• may answer, "I don't know."
• no evidence from speech.