英语写作 Developing Paragraphs, part II

…but they didn’t bother finding out if music fans wanted them. Problem is specific to classical music Example of Beethoven’s 5th Symphony

To illustrate In practice See p. 101 for more examples
Development by Example
Sample 1, p. 100
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Development by Example
Often used in explaining things to make your writing
more vivid (colorful) and convincing Can use “for example” or “for instance” but it is not necessary, the reader understands. Words and Phrases:
Development by Example
Assignment 4, p. Noise pollution in China/your city The problems of old age in China Electronic video games do more harm than good A person you admire Use a story or an example from a research study you
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Alternating
Topic Sentence Aspect (1) Thing 1 _______________ Thing 2 _______________ Aspect (2) Thing 1 ______________ Thing 2 ______________
Aspect (3) Thing 1 _______________ Thing 2 ______________
know about to make your writing more believable and interesting.
Trade papers Look at their: Topic sentence – Does it introduce the topic well? Example – Does is help to explain the topic? How? Show specific examples Conclusion – Does the conclusion bring the reader back to the original topic?
Sample 2 – Taiji and Jogging
Block
Topic Sentence – Jogging is an ideal form of exercise. Thing one: Jogging 1.Not much learning required 2.No expensive equipment 3.No special clothes needed 4.Can do it alone 5.Can fit anywhere in the schedule
Other times by appointment
Break
Development by Cause and Effect
Start with a cause or effect (result) Sample 1: Cause → effects (results) Sample 2: Effect (result) → Causes BEFORE you must think logically and carefully Make a list Find a relationship
Thing Two: Taiji 1.Doesn’t require facilities 2.No equipment 3.People do it in groups or alone 4.Can do anytime, but common the morning 5.Used by elderly
Sample 1 - Cause → effects (results)
Topic Sentence/Cause: In these years, the record
companies have been competing to bring out the latest versions of the same pieces,… Effects
Development by Comparison and Contrast
Comparing things show their similarities Contrasting things show their differences
Two types:
Block
Topic Sentence Thing one: Aspect (1) _______________ Aspect (2) _______________ Aspect (3) _______________ Thing Two: Aspect (1) _______________ Aspect (2) _______________ Aspect (3) _______________
What do Christina Aguilera and Tai Chi have in common?
Developing Paragraphs
WEEKS 6-8, FALL 2011 TEACHER: MAEGAN KEARNS
Week 6 - Homework
Read p. 106-108 Development by Comparison and Contrast Task 18 – Revise sample 2, Jogging and Taiji Assignment 5
5.Can fit anywhere in the schedule
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Jogging – whenever convenient
Taiji – common in early morning
Homework Peer Edit
Read partner’s homework – Assignment 5 Decide if it is BLOCK or ALTERNATING Discuss: What they did well What they could improve
Development by Example
Sample 1, p. 100
Topic Sentence: Do you talk to your plants? Do you give them love and attention? Example: According to Peter Tompkins and Christopher Bird, authors of a book called The Secret Life of Plants, you should talk to them and give them love. They describe… Conclusion (reminds reader of your topic): So be careful when you are talking front of your plants. They may be listening to you!
Alternating
Topic Sentence – Jogging and Taiji have much in commong 1.Not much learning required • Jogging • Taiji 2.No expensive equipment • Jogging – roads are everywhere • Taiji – no facilities needed 3.No special clothes needed • Jogging – any clothes ok • Taiji 4.Can do it alone • Jogging – no opponent needed • Taiji – alone or in groups ok