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1 Pre-writing & 5 paragraph essays

2 Pre-writing Pre-writing is a way to organize your thoughts. Outline Bubble map Bullet point

3 Pre-writing cont.  Q: What is pre-writing used for?  A: Organizing thoughts and ideas  Q: What are some examples of some pre-writing styles?  A: outline, bubble map

4 Writing a 5 paragraph essay  Topic  Introduction  Body paragraphs  Conclusion  Today, we are going to discuss each component thoroughly.

5 Topic:  Usually assigned by teacher  Sometimes, you will be able to pick your own topic

6 Introduction  This is the first paragraph of your essay.  This paragraph presents your topic and creates the purpose your paper.  “This is what I’m going to talk about”  Generally, the introduction begins with a broad statement and narrows down to your thesis.  It includes a thesis.

7 Thesis statement  Thesis statement is the last sentence of your introduction.  It includes your subject and opinion.  Uniforms are great idea because XXXXX, XXXXX and XXXXX.

8 Body Paragraphs  The three opinion statements you made in the thesis is how you break down your paragraphs.  In each paragraph you discuss and support your opinions.  You can support with research, personal experience, interviews, and data.

9 Conclusion  This paragraph is the last paragraph of your essay.  It is your strongest paragraph.  A wrap up of your thoughts.  throughout your essay you are defending your opinions.  This is the wrap up of your thoughts.  “This is what I talked about”

10 Essay Assignment  What is your favorite holiday and why?  Begin with your Pre-write.  Rough draft and pre-write due Wednesday.


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