Writing a Series of Paragraphs Grade 10 OSSLT

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Writing a Series of Paragraphs Grade 10 OSSLT Prep

Writing a Series of Paragraphs Grade 10 OSSLT Prep

What is a Series of Paragraphs? n A five paragraph opinion essay n n

What is a Series of Paragraphs? n A five paragraph opinion essay n n n An Introduction Three paragraphs that explain three different points A conclusion

Introduction You need to include: n n An interesting opening that relates to the

Introduction You need to include: n n An interesting opening that relates to the topic Three points you will discuss in your essay.

Body Paragraphs You need to include: n A topic sentence n Support for your

Body Paragraphs You need to include: n A topic sentence n Support for your opinion n n Details can include: facts, examples A concluding sentence tying your examples to your topic sentence

The Conclusion You need to: n n Restate your opinion Give a summary of

The Conclusion You need to: n n Restate your opinion Give a summary of your three points * Never introduce new ideas in the conclusion

Tips 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Read the essay question twice. Make

Tips 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Read the essay question twice. Make sure you stay on topic. Have a clear opinion (support one side). Have three points to support your opinion. Have specific examples for each point. Organize your writing with topic sentence, support and a conclusion. Proof read your work when it’s complete – spelling doesn’t have to be perfect, but it must be understandable.

Example – Level 40

Example – Level 40

Level 40 Marking

Level 40 Marking

Example – Level 50 con’d

Example – Level 50 con’d

Level 50 con’d

Level 50 con’d

Level 50 Marking

Level 50 Marking

How to Peer Edit 1. Read through a classmates’ essay. 2. Create a T-chart

How to Peer Edit 1. Read through a classmates’ essay. 2. Create a T-chart commenting on the areas your partner did well and those that need improvement. 3. Comments should include the following topics: n n n The essay is related to the topic Clear opinion (choose only one side) 3 points to support opinion Specific details/examples for each point Organized – easy to follow Spelling/grammar is understandable

Peer Editing T-Chart Example n n n Things completed well: Essay was related to

Peer Editing T-Chart Example n n n Things completed well: Essay was related to topic Clear opinion was given (one side only) 3 points were given to support topic Examples were given Spelling was readable Areas for improvement: n You need specific examples n You didn’t always have clear topic sentences n You need to conclude each point by tying example to the topic