Steps to an essay My way Marin Joja My First encounter with an essay The second attempt The first attempt The third attempt Me and my ¨Essay¨ NOW WHY …..? About an Essay AGAIN •It is not enough DISCURSIVE ESSAYS : OPINION; FOR AND AGAINST ESSAY ESSAY PROVIDING SOLUTION TO PROBLEMS How to write ; Body Paragraph Introductory paragraph Concluding paragraph A Complete essay Correction of an essay ( a few words) PARAGRAPH Topic Controling idea Topic Fast Food have negative effects Controling idea Eating fast food can have negative effects. • Eating fast food can have negative effects Suporting sentences(facts ,figures,….) • It can raise cholesterol contributing to heart disease. • It causes weight gain. • Low energy level of the body Eating fast food can have negative effects. To begin with ,it can raise cholesterol and stimulate heart disease. Secondly, it causes weight gain. Finally ,it causes low energy level of the body. To sum up, if you eat too much fast food you can ruin your health. Writing a paragraph – Basic Rules. 1. 2. 3. 4. In Paragraph you deal with ONLY ONE IDEA UNITY Firstly ,write good topic sentence Brainstorm ideas then group or cluster them Write supporting sentence - each sentence relates to controlling idea • The topic sentence introduces the topic (subject) of a paragraph. It also serves to express idea or opinion about the topic. • the topic In Zadar there are topic and the controlling idea lots of beatiful historical monuments . controlling idea a topic sentence has the two parts. • • Topic Ideas (what you’re writing about) (what you think about the topic) P A A R A G R A P H MAIN IDEA Topic + Controlling idea MAJOR SUPPORTING SENTENCE ( supports the main idea) MINORSUPPORTING SENTENCE (supports the major supporting sentence) facts,numbers ,figures…… Concluding sentence Topic Zadar is a well-known attraction for cultural tourists. Topic Sentence In Zadar there are lots of beatiful historical monuments. Major Supporting Details There are two restaurants from the 17th century that have traditional Dalmatian Cousine . There are a few remains of arhitecture from Roman empire. Terere are a few of the oldest churches in Europe Minor Supporting Details One of the specalities are marinated anchovies. For example, St. Donat is a unique The most famous is Forum church from the 9th century Topic sentence can¨t states only facts , it has to express opinion or some idea. Decide which sentence, a or b, is a fact. a. Rice is a cereal. b. In some countries, people eat too much rice. a. The potato is a vegetable. b. Potatoes are good for you. a. Rice contains starch. b. Rice should be cooked in a special pot. a. Drinking coffee helps you concentrate. b. Coffee is made from coffee beans Choose one of the topics.Write controlling idea.Write supporting sentences.Write a conclusion Topic: Controlling idea : Supporting sentence (it refers to controlling idea): 1. 2. 3. 4. Conclusion: Dramatic Opener or Hook Transitional Sentence Thesis Statement The introduction has two main purposes: 1. to attract the attention of the reader. 2. to indicate what the essay will be about Types of Introductions Funnel Introduction: Begins with one or two general sentences about the topic. Sentences become increasingly focused on the topic. Ends with your thesis statement. Thesis Statement The Foundation of a Paper Definition A thesis statement is the central opinion in a paper. It is this opinion that the writer tries to prove in the paper. A thesis statement is sometimes called the focus of the paper, controlling idea, or central idea. Rev 2/2010 Thesis Statement 3 Elements A thesis statement usually has three parts: topic, position and limit. Topic The topic is usually the topic of the paper. It is usually the subject of the sentence. A dog Position The position is the writers position on the topic. It is usually the verb in the sentence. A dog would be a perfect pet Limit The limit narrows the topic to a workable size A dog would be a perfect pet because they are very loyal, they are easy to train, and they make good companions.. Rev 2/2010 Thesis Statement 8 topic, position limit. Subject: dogs. Focused Topic (POSITION): make a great pet for me Three Major Points (LIMIT: they are very loyal, they are easy to train, and they make good companions. Thesis Statement: Because of its sense of loyalty, its ability to be trained, and its good companionship, a dog is the perfect pet for me. Thesis Statement – Examples •Subject: The Best Place for the Perfect Family Vacation Focused Topic: Zadar Three Major Points: recreational activities, pleasant location, economical lodging Thesis Statement: The best place for the perfect family is Zadar because of the fun recreational activities, the beautiful scenery in a pleasant location, and the economical lodging available Subject: Sports and Activities Focused Topic: My Three Favorite Activities Three Major Points: soccer, biking, roller blading Thesis Statement: When I have some free time to myself I like to spend it outside playing soccer, riding my bike, or roller blading. topic, position limit. Write thesis statement for your essay of a perfect pet Subject: Focused Topic (POSITION): Three Major Points (LIMIT: Thesis Statement: Writing of a body of an essay How to write a controlling idea for a paragraph First choose an animal for a pet then answer this Why a ….. would be a good pet ? (brain storming) • Next, I look over my list and decide on the three major points, or reasons, that I want to discuss in my essay. • I decide that a dog would be the best pet for me because they're . . 1. loyal 2. easy to train 3. fun to take places . • • • • Loyal, easy to take care, Fun to take places are controlling ideas of three paragraphs of a body. Example: Loyal ( controlling idea ) –supporting sentences Sit togehter, ready to fetch……… The body (supporting sentences) develops the topic sentence the major (main) supporting sentences (providing the main arguments about the topic) and the minor supporting sentences (providing additional details and telling us more about the major supporting sentences) OWING A CAR HAS CERTAIN DISADVANTAGES. (topic sentence) Topic - owing a car Controlling idea - certain disadvantages 1 Expensive major (main) supporting sentences 1 price of petrol constantly rising 2 regular maintenance and repairs minor supporting sentences ■ minor supporting sentences ■ 2 Stressful 1 traffic jams 2 no parking space 3 dangerous inexperienced drivers cause a lot of accidenT bad conditions of roads Paragraph structure Supporting sentence Do what they are told Example – detail Plas fetches,wrestle Example -detail Suppotring sentence Controlling idea loyal Example -detail Suppotring sentence First Body Paragraph Major Point 1 Topic Sentence:__________________________ Supporting sentence 1 :______________________ Expanded Detail:___________________________ Supporting sentence 2:______________________ Expanded Detail:__________________________ Expanded Detail: ____________________ Concluding Sentence :_______________________________ First Body Paragraph - Major Point 1 Topic Sentence: One of the great things about a dog is that they are extremely loyal. Supporting sentence: Dogs are always happy to see you when you come home from school or work. Expanded Detail: My friend Elise's dog goes crazy whenever she comes home. Supporting sentence 2: Dogs also seem to be in a good mood, which can really cheer a person up. Expanded Detail: Unlike some people, dogs don't get mad or yell and complain. Concluding Sentence: A dog will be there for you when you need him, something snake can never be expected to do. THE CONCLUSION Just as every essay has a clear beginning, it should have a clear ending. The last paragraph, also know as the conclusion, should make your essay sound finished. • The concluding paragraph typically has two parts: • 1. The summary statement is one or two sentences which restate the thesis in a fresh way to reinforce the essay's main idea. 2. The clincher is a final thought which should create a lasting impression on the reader. • A concluding paragraph consists of a summary of the points made in your body paragraphs, a restatement of the thesis statement, and/or a final comment on your topic. • Write the conclusion for your essay about your favourite pet
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