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W riting Body Paragraphs

W riting Body Paragraphs. HOW IS THE BODY PARAGRAPH DIFFERENT?. Of the three paragraphs--introductory, body and concluding-- the body is probably the easiest to write. WHY?. Because. You’ve been writing well constructed paragraphs for many years

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W riting Body Paragraphs

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  1. Writing Body Paragraphs

  2. HOW IS THE BODY PARAGRAPH DIFFERENT? • Of the three paragraphs--introductory, body and concluding-- the body is probably the easiest to write. WHY?

  3. Because . . . • You’ve been writing well constructed paragraphs for many years • There’s a structure you can repeat over and over • You’ve created an outline with major points highlighted • This is where you actually have to use reason and logic. HOWEVER… Writing body paragraphs takes more planning than the introductory or concluding paragraph

  4. Before you write a body paragraph, you need to make sure . . . • That you have adequate and specific examples. or • A short story to back up or illustrate your thinking. and • A well organized paragraph, making sure that your ideas are in the right order.

  5. This is the format for the body paragraph which could include about 8 to 10 sentences and be of about 100 words in length. • Topic sentence b. Supporting idea and example c. Supporting idea and example d. Supporting idea and example • Closing or Transition Sentence One sentence Two sentences Two sentences Two sentences One sentence

  6. Creating a Body Paragraph • Brainstorm-create list of ideas • Categorize-use graphic organizers • Research-be sure you’re dealing with fact • Outline-organize into possible paragraphs • Write- compose body paragraphs • Transition-move from ideas flawlessly

  7. Practice Topic Let’s say that the topic is… “All high school students should wear uniforms.” 1st decide if you agree or disagree(form an opinion) then start to brainstorm. Brainstorm a. Wearing uniforms is simpler, b. Wearing uniforms creates equality, c. Wearing uniforms creates unity

  8. Simpler Parents Principals Principals Students Categorize and Research Parents don’t have to spend a lot of money or time looking for expensive brand clothing. Principals don’t have to waste so much time monitoring student dress. Students don’t have to waste time deciding what they are going to wear to school.

  9. Sample Paragraph Wearing uniforms makes it much simpler for everyone involved. First, the principal does not have to deal with issues concerning the dress code. Parents don’t have to worry about purchasing designer clothes that will be out of fashion in less than 6 months. Finally, students don’t need a lot of time to plan what they’re going to wear each day. What’s missing?

  10. Transition Sentences • You do not transition after the THESIS • You do not transition before the CONCLUSION • Every other body paragraph should contain a transition • Transitions take an idea from one paragraph and connects it to the next • EXAMPLE: Not only are uniforms simpler for everyone, but they also create a feeling of equality.

  11. PRACTICE THESIS: Students today are much more interested in social interaction than getting a good education. Brainstorm: (3 ideas) HOMEWORK: Body Paragraph: choose one idea, write a paragraph and then transition it into another idea (you only have to write ONE paragraph)

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