Intro./Concl.
A strong introduction accomplishes?
Name 3 for points
–Grabs the reader’s attention
–Supplies background information
–Provides a clear thesis statement
–Provides a plan or development (sometimes)
When you are trying to make a point using one central story, or several brief stories you are developing your essay using ____________.
narration
When we want to defend our point through use of examples we would use _____________
exemplification
When detailing a process, it is important to use language that is ____________.
When we seek to explain the, 'why' behind things happen in daily life, and on a broader scale, we would employ this pattern of essay development.
Cause and/or effect
Usually both causes and effects are discussed in an essay.
A typical conclusion paragraph almost always __________
re-states thesis in different words
summarizes thoughts
___________ and _____________ are two way to organize your thoughts when developing an essay using compare and/or contrast.
block and point-by-point
When you want the reader to really experience what you are writing, you would use this pattern of development.
description: give the reader a virtual experience of the scene
Two key points to consider, no matter which pattern of development you are using, are your purpose and __________.
audience
When detailing a process, each step requires its own ___________.
paragraph
with the exception to steps that happen simultaneously; connect two paragraphs with linking phrase like, "at the same time."
Besides using a quotation or telling an anecdote, what is another way one could effectively build their introduction paragraph?
start with a contrasting idea
relate/emphasize the importance of the topic to the reader on a personal level
What are three key points we learned when we was to development an essay with description?
Include tiny details/minute descriptions
Include people and dialogue
Choose the right words
Using narration involves making a point by telling a story/experience. What are some key points in choosing the right experience for an essay? (4)
Incident should include a conflict.
Appropriate to size of essay
Should evoke an emotional response
Must fully support the statement you have chosen.
What are two purposes for using dialogue in an essay?
add interest
can move along the plot; reveal important facts.
The main purpose of developing an essay using definition is to make clear to the audience YOUR understanding of a term/idea, the secondary purpose is to
convince the audience that your definition is the legitimate definition
Some more ways to construct a good conclusion might be to
use a relevant quotation
end with a prediction or recommendation
The fourth strategy to win over an audience in an argument is to grant the merit(s) of the opposing side's position. Why is talking about how the opposition is correct effective for your side of the argument?
Sometimes an opposing argument contains undeniable validity. You will lose credability if you argue against something that clearly makes sense.
**Quickly follow this admission with a statement making clear your own viewpoint**
We can ensure the reader knows exactly who is speaking when we write dialogue by using ___________.
taglines
he said, she said
When using exemplification, what are 3 key points to remember when choosing which examples you will use?
mention people, places, actions, and things that readers can relate to
facts and events
examples that are relatable to your point
What is wrong with this contrast?
"Aaron is tall and strong. In contrast, Bruce is handsome and very intelligent."
Inconsistent criteria being used.
acknowledge the opposing side's viewpoint.
brief 1-2 sentences. Can be part of your thesis statement, "Although the opposing side wants you to believe oil is good, it is actually huge detriment to environment"