INTRODUCES THE TOPIC, CREATES INTEREST, AND
ENDS WITH THE THESIS
Go to Sentence #3 and write your thesis statement first.
You want to make sure that your opening sentences in your introduction lead into your thesis. So, sometimes, starting with your thesis sentence is easier.
Then, for sentence(s) or section(s) 1 and 2, capture your reader’s attention with interesting observations about the topic.
End with your thesis statement. The thesis statement is one sentence.
Sentence or section 1 gives big, sweeping sentence(s) about the topic that puts it into perspective. (Think about this topic in terms of "in the past" or maybe how it has evolved "over the years." - Broad
Sentence or section 2 says more about what you started above, but you're getting closer to your thesis, so narrow the focus a little. (Think about this topic in terms of "today" or "presently." Has there been changes in the way people view this topic?) – Getting Closer!
Sentence 3 is your thesis statement. (It acts as a roadmap to your entire essay, so it’s focused. It answers the question, "Who or what am I writing about in this essay?" Everything you write in this important statement must be unpacked in your body paragraphs.) – Focused and Narrow
THE CONCLUSION FOR YOUR RESPONSE TO LITERATURE
Gives a Finished Feeling to the Whole Essay
Sentence or section 1 reminds the readers as to the purpose for writing this essay. This sentence or section is similar to the thesis statement, because it is narrow and focused. But do NOT simply repeat the thesis statement; that would be boring. (Close your eyes and say to yourself, “In this essay, I want my reader to understand that”; then, open your eyes and write the answer) - Narrow and Focused
Sentence or section 2 discusses why this topic is an important topic to discuss. (Do not add any new details.) – Reflective
Sentence or section 3 is the last impression you will make on your reader. It should be a lasting impression that demonstrates your desire to make life better by discussing this topic. (Ask yourself, “What’s the big picture?) – Broad and Contemplative
Now give a Creative Title. Is there some word or phrase in your paragraph/essay that could become an excellent, creative title?
gathering cds (1:2+)
PROMPT
Think of 2 or more possible concrete details (CDs) that would fit the prompt and write them below.
CDs for Chunk 1
CDs for Chunk 2
Now click the ONE CD (per chunk) which fits the assignment best.
Click or tap NEXT.
The Prompt:
Chunk One CD(s):
Chunk Two CD(s):
Working Topic Sentence
NOW IT’S TIME TO REVISE YOUR TOPIC SENTENCE.
prompt:
working topic sentence:
Revised Topic Sentence
Review the CMs. Select the one(s) to create your Commentary Sentence.
Hint 1: Take one CM from left side. Take one CM from right side. Combine.
Hint 2: Remember to save the ones with a “finished feeling” for the CS.
Write Your Concluding Sentence:
Editing and Revision Time!
Revision: Here is your opportunity to improve the flow of your paragraph.
Add transitions
Change your sentence openings; replace "to be" verbs and repeated words with better choices (diction)
Ask yourself, "Are there CMs that I didn’t use that I could add?"
Editing/Proofreading: Most of us make the same mistakes over and over again. What are yours?
Spelling?
Fragments/Run-ons/Commas?
Agreement?
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Now give a Creative Title. Is there some word or phrase in your paragraph/essay that could become an excellent, creative title?