Body Paragraphs Transitions The Essay Body Paragraphs Transitions

Basic Structure TIQA three times T-topic sentence I-introduce quotation Q-give quotation A-analyze quotation T-transition I-introduce next quotation C- Clincher

Topic Sentence the most general sentence of the paragraph, and tells what main point will be discussed Ex: Being equally matched is important to a healthy enemy relationship because each person can then improve his/herself through the relationship.

Quote Introduce Quote, Give Quote Do not just plop the quotation in the middle of the paragraph Each body paragraph should include at least three examples or supporting details This can be thought of as “proof” that what you’re saying is true

Analyze Each example MUST be explained. You cannot, for example, just tell me that Zaroff and Rainsford are equally matched. You have to tell me why it’s important: Zaroff had clearly not been faced with that particular type of obstacle in quite some time, but because Rainsford is a healthy enemy for Zaroff, he is helping Zaroff review and strengthen his trap-seeking skills. Likewise, Zaroff’s skill level helps Rainsford remember his own power, like when Rainsford knew that Zaroff and Ivan would shortly find him within the jungle weeds.

Clincher This restates the main point of the paragraph This is one sentence that summarizes everything explained in the paragraph The clincher CAN NOT be in the same words as your topic sentence. Do not say “for all these reasons” or “Because of that,” or anything of the sort. EX:Without a doubt, it is imperative for a healthy enemy relationship to have equally matched people.

Transitions Each body paragraph have at least three transitions within the paragraph. Transitional expressions First, second, on the other hand, not only/but also, finally, therefore, however, in addition to, furthermore, etc. Usually used within paragraphs

Transitions Each body paragraph must be connected to the one before it with a transitional expression: Ex: Not only do enemies need to be equally matched in order to form a healthy relationship, but they must also be challenging for each other. This sentence brings the reader from the paragraph about being equally matched into the paragraph about being challenging.

Clincher Clincher Thesis Topic Sentence and Idea #1 Transition, Topic Sentence and Idea #2 Clincher Thesis