Essay Writingthe formula Essay writing is simply a

Essay Writing—the formula § Essay writing is simply a process of writing where you organize information. § It is an easy format of writing because it follows a specific formula.

Organizing Information § In an essay you are using the best information that you have to prove that a thesis is true. § Organize your information into coherent paragraphs.

A Method § Gather your best information. § Put similar ideas together. § These “chunks” of information become your main body.

The Parts of an Essay § Introduction § Main Body (usually 3 -5 paragraphs) § Conclusion § The length of each part is determined by the length of the entire essay.

The Introductory Paragraph § Funnel Analogy § Broad to narrow § Introduce the general topic and move toward your thesis.

The Introductory Paragraph § Your first sentence will introduce the broadest aspect of your topic. § You would name the text you are writing about and the author. § Each sentence moves you closer to your most narrow topic : your thesis. § The thesis statement is usually near the end of your introductory paragraph

The Introductory Paragraph The first sentence In the novel, Lord of the Flies, written by William Golding, a group of British school boys get stranded on a deserted island in a seeming tropical paradise. Then you would provide specific information to lead to your thesis. Sample 1 2

The Main Body § This is where you use your best evidence to prove that your thesis is true. § You refer to events and incidents to support your thesis. § You should use direct quotations to support your thesis. § Everything you write should be clearly connected to thesis of your essay. CTT

The Main Body Your First Main Point § Generally speaking, it is a good idea to use your strongest point (argument) in the second paragraph of your essay. § Usually at the end of the paragraph you write a sentence that connect this argument to your thesis. CTT

The Main Body § The first sentence of all of the rest of your main body paragraphs provide a transition from the previous point to your next point. § Then follow the same formula: make a point that support your thesis. Use your text to support your argument. Be sure to make a clear CTT. § Move to your next point.

Make the end of your essay count. Do not “fizzle out!” THE CONCLUSION

The Concluding Paragraph § You have worked hard to write a great essay. § Don’t leave your reader with a bad last impression. § Draw your final conclusions—make sure you CTT as you conclude.

The Concluding Paragraph COMMON MISTAKES: § Starting a new topic. § Making a main body argument. § NOT concluding the actual topic you have just written about.

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