Writing Segment

Question 1

Intro paragraph

Answer 1

General Statement

Linking Sentence

Introduction to Author and title

Background Information

Thesis statement

Question 2

General Statement

Intro paragraph

Answer 2

-Begins with a broad idea that still relates to the content of the paper
-The general statement is interesting
- 1 Sentence
- Should address main idea in the essay in universal language. Nothing specific to your text.
EX: Pride is a deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one’s own achievement

Question 3

Linking Sentence

Intro paragraph

Answer 3

The transition sentence further explains the general statement

• The transition sentence begins to transition to talking about literature/works
• 1-2 sentences
• Connects the large idea/general statement and gets more specific. Helps to further explain the general statement. EX: Every individual has the ability to to process pride, but not all are able to control it. As a powerful emotion, it has the ability to do more harm than good

Question 4

Introduction to Author and title

Intro paragraph

Answer 4

-Includes author’s full name (spelled correctly) and the title of the writing in italics or quotes
- 1-2 sentences
-Include first and last name of author
-Include full titles of the literature
EX: One author who shows this reality is James Hurst. In his work, “The Scarlet Ibis”, Hurst tells the tale of the two brothers, Doodle and Brother

Question 5

Background Information

Intro paragraph

Answer 5

-Provides relevant and necessary plot/character details
-The background info is 2-3 sentences long
-Introduce characters-but be brief, don’t give anything away
-Present info that connects literature to generalizations and ideas you plant to present in your paper
EX: Doodle is born with physical disabilities that Brother cannot accept, thus his pride leads him to believe that he can make is brother normal..etc

Question 6

Thesis statement

Intro paragraph

Answer 6

-Thesis statement is the last sentence of introduction paragraph
-Uses specific and direct language
-Responds directly to prompt
-Is correctly formatted
-1 sentence
-main argument and focus for paper
EX: In Hurst’s piece, he uses the hurricane and the scarlet Ibis to show etc

Question 7

Conclusion Paragraph

Answer 7

Rephrase thesis Summary of main pointsReference author and titleConcluding Statement
NEEDS FINISHING

Question 8

Body Paragraph Elements

Answer 8

Topic Sentence Background Information Lead In Textual EvidenceAnalysis Transition Conclusion sentence

Question 9

Topic sentence Body Paragraph

Answer 9

will always establish topic of paragraph provides reader with focusl Establishes what you are trying to prove (main idea) Avoid plot as this leads to plot summary

Question 10

Background info Body paragraph

Answer 10

Context•Provides necessary plot information so quotation makes sense•Does not preview exact information from quotation; if it does, the quotation would be repetitive.

Question 11

Lead in

Body paragraph

Answer 11

Lead-ins•Necessary to provide smooth transition•End of context beginning of quote incorporation•Usually a phrase •If the quote is spoken in the text, the speaker must be identified.Examples:•George says, “…quote goes here…”(author #).

Question 12

Textual evidence Body paragraph

Answer 12

Choose a quote that is not repetitive and has substance.•Substance = a quote that contains literary devices – figurative, language, or sound – that will help you link your example to your main idea•

Question 13

Quote Incorporation

Body paragraph

Answer 13

ØLead-in + quote = complete sentenceØAll quotes must be citedØCitation = author and pg# (Steinbeck 23)ØPeriod follows citationØIf chosen quote end in a period or comma, leave it out and add period after citation ØQuote: George felt guilty about not letting Lennie pet the puppy.Ø“George felt guilty about not letting Lennie pet the puppy” (Steinbeck 2).

Question 14

Analysis

Body paragraph

Answer 14

Final component for example •Offers an explanation of HOW quote supports topic sentence and connects to the main idea
EXAMPLE: Steinbeck creates an underlying mood of uneasiness when “[t]he rabbits hurried noiselessly for cover [and a] stilted heron labored up into the air [. . .]” (Steinbeck 2). Because the animals have been disturbed by an unseen force, Steinbeck shows the peaceful atmosphere is about to change. The addition of the words “hurried” and “labored” helps to emphasize the shift as well because these words imply fear and torment respectively.

Question 15

Transistions body paragraphs

Answer 15

ØMake a brief transition into your next exampleØ To show relationships–Furthermore; accordingly; similarly; moreover; in additionØTo introduce examples–For instance; For example; In other wordsØTo indicate another point of thought–in addition to _______; besides; finallyØTo indicate results–therefore; consequently; thus; henceØTo connect two contrasting points–nevertheless; however; conversely; rather; instead

Question 16

Closing Sentence Body paragraph

Answer 16

Remember-•relates to topic sentence•provides insight to the topic discussed if within a single paragraph•Topic Sentence Paragraph: Due to his demeanor and lack of compassion, Carlson represents the stereotypical itinerant worker in the 1930s.•Closing Sentence for Body Paragraph: Carlson represents society’s assumptions concerning the demeanor of a ranch worker because of his behavior.

Question 17

MLA Rules

Answer 17

Order of HeaderOrder of Heading Correct parenthetical citation Title MLA guidelines for an essayoFontoSpacing oMargins

Question 18

MLA formatting (actual)

Answer 18

MLA Formatting•Top Left:•Writer’s full name•Teacher’s name•Class•Date
Top Right:•Writer’s last name •Page number
Typed•Double-space•12 point font •Legible, standard font •Times New Roman•1 inch margins•Indent paragraphsJones 1Suzie Jones Ms. SmithEnglish I4 November 2009 Here is my general statement about my topic.