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Introduction to Essay Writing
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Introduction
Body
Conclusion
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The body of the essay normally consists of
two or more paragraphs.
Each of this paragraph contains a topic
sentence and some supporting details. The body of the essay is an expansion of the
idea mentioned the thesis statement.
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The last paragraph in the essay is called a
conclusion.
The conclusion summarises the points
mentioned on the body of the essay. Sometimes the thesis statement is restated
in different words and a final comment is
given to end the essay.
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The content of an expository essay can be
written in the following order:
Chronological
Cause-Effect Problem Solution
Topical
Spatial
Comparison-Contrast
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Three stages of Essay Writing
Stage Activity
One: Prewriting Brainstorming for ideasoutlining the essay
Two: Writing Drafting the essay
Three: Editing Revising the written essay
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How to brainstorm for ideas
Read and understand the task required fromthe essay question.
Write the topic in the middle of a piece
of paper
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Draw 3-5 big branches to indicate main ideas.
Draw smaller branches out of bigger branches to
provide supporting details. Do not worry aboutgrammar, spelling or sentence structure. Provide as
much information as possible.
Write topic sentences based on main ideas.
Write a thesis statement based on topic sentences
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Outlining provides a framework or an
organisational plan for your essay. Here is an
example of an outline format which can be
used for writing a five-paragraph essay.Title: __________________________
Introduction
Background information of the topic
Define; make a clear stand
Thesis statement (last sentence of the
paragraph)
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Body
Topic sentence 1
Supporting detail 1
Supporting detail 2 Supporting detail 3
Topic sentence 2
Supporting detail 1 Supporting detail 2
Supporting detail 3
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Topic sentence 3
Supporting detail 1
Supporting detail 2
Supporting detail 3Conclusion
Closing remark
Re-emphasise the thesis statement
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Introduction
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Water puppetry has gained popularity aroundthe world because of its uniqueness in stage
production, puppets and stage performances
(Thesis statements)
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Body
Water puppetry is popular because of its stage
production (Topic sentence 1)
Paddy fieldWood, bamboo and cloth
Pagoda-like structure
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Another attraction of water puppetry is its
puppets. (Topic sentence 2)
Fig wood
Waterproof Form
Height
Weight
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Finally, tourist are also fascinated with the
stage performances of water puppetry. (Topic
sentence 3)
18-25 scenes Theme
Small orchestra
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Conclusion
In conclusion, this traditional performing art
has now become appealing to tourists as it is
extraordinary. Tourists from all around theworld are attracted to the unique features of
this puppet show.