april 9, 2013 *bring your book on thursday examining readings #1 and #2 intro revision activity...
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April 9, 2013 *BRING YOUR BOOK ON THURSDAY Examining Readings #1 and #2 Intro Revision Activity
ENGLISH 091Developmental Writing
Due Today:1. Essay #2 Revision
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What’s it all about? • In one sentence, what is your book about? • What are the major themes in your book? • Pick a character. If you were to give him/her advice,
what would it be? • Find ONE passage in your book of some significance
(character development, theme, plot, powerful language). Describe the passage and write WHY you think it is significant.
Quick Write
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The Example EssayThe EXAMPLE essay refers to the use of specific instances to illustrate, clarify, or back up a point. • The EXAMPLE essay may be used in conjunction with other
forms of essay. For instance, a persuasive essay on the ways in which people no longer show respect.
• The EXAMPLE essay needs to provide RELEVANT examples that pertain to the main topic/thesis.
• Use EMPHATIC order, especially if you are wanting to convince or persuade. You start with the example of LEAST impact and end with the example of MOST impact.
• Potential transitional words and phrases: after all, for example (use sparingly), for instance, in addition, indeed, in other words, moreover, of course, particularly, specifically.
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Example Essay1. Read the essay, “Making Their Mark: The Popularity of Tattooing” on page 196.
DISCUSSION
2. Read the essay, “R-E-S-P-E-C-T” on page 538.
DICSUSSION
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Example Essay - Choose a topic from one of the following pages: • #1 on page 98• #1 on page 197
Write a 5-paragraph essay. Typed, double-spaced, TNR, 12 pt. font. Each paragraph should be 5-7 WELL-DEVELOPED sentences. You must have an engaging introduction (why do I need to read this), strong transitions, and a conclusion that provide closure. DUE: Thursday, April 11th.
Homework