essay writing 英文写作

1、,Essay Writing,On the test paper there is a small box where examinees should write the title of their essay. The purpose is for the marker to quickly see what question has been chosen. Examinees need not come up with a clever title; a simple title repeating the essay question or changing it a little

2、 is all that is required. The title can be written in lower-case letters as it is in the question or it can be capitalized.,Essay Titles,Essay question: What are your career goals? Essay title: My Career Goals Essay question: “The Internet has improved our lives.” Discuss. Essay title: The Internet

3、has improved our lives The Internet Has the Internet Improved Our Lives?,Every essay or paper is made up of three parts: Introduction Body Conclusion,Structure,a Five Paragraph Essay,an introduction three main body paragraphs a conclusion,The introduction is the first paragraph of the paper. It ofte

4、n begins with a general statement about the topic and ends with a more specific statement of the main idea of your paper. The purpose of the introduction is to let the reader know what the topic is inform the reader about your point of view arouse the readers curiosity so that he or she will want to

5、 read about your topic,Introduction,The introduction should start with a general discussion of your subject and lead to a very specific statement of your main point, or thesis. Sometimes an essay begins with a grabber, such as a challenging claim, or surprising story to catch a readers attention. Th

6、e thesis should tell in one (or at most two) sentence(s), what your overall point or argument is, and briefly, what your main body paragraphs will be about.,For example, in an essay about the importance of airbags in cars, the introduction might start with some information about car accidents and su

7、rvival rates. It might also have a grabber about someone who survived a terrible accident because of an airbag. The thesis would briefly state the main reasons for recommending airbags, and each reason would be discussed in the main body of the essay.,The body of the paper follows the introduction.

8、It consists of a number of paragraphs in which you develop your ideas in detail. Limit each paragraph to one main idea. (Dont try to talk about more than one idea per paragraph.) Prove your points continually by using specific examples and quotations. Use transition words to ensure a smooth flow of

9、ideas from paragraph to paragraph.,Body,Transitions,Does the first paragraph tell us a pro and the second a con? (on the other hand . . .) Does the second paragraph tell us something of greater significance? (more importantly . . .),Transition words and phrases,but on the contrary in contrast howeve

10、r although,so consequently as a result therefore as a consequence,Transition words and phrases,and/also besides this moreover furthermore in addition,because of/because due to owing to since as,Main Body Paragraphs (3),Each main body paragraph will focus on a single idea, reason, or example that sup

11、ports your thesis. Each paragraph will have a clear topic sentence (a mini thesis that states the main idea of the paragraph) and as much discussion or explanation as is necessary to explain the point. You should try to use details and specific examples to make your ideas clear and convincing.,Parag

12、raph structure,topic sentence 2. specific details (more information, examples) 3. conclusion,Read and number the sentences in the correct order: People can see what the animals look like and how they behave. As a result, they may develop an interest in protecting animals and the environment. Zoos ha

13、ve an important role in educating the public about animal conservation. We can read about animals or watch them on television, but seeing them in real life is so much better.,3-4-1-2,Brainstorming,Sit down with a pencil and paper, or at your computer, and write whatever comes into your head about yo

14、ur topic, no matter how confused or disorganized. Keep writing for a short but specific amount of time, say 35 minutes. Dont stop to change what youve written or to correct spelling or grammar errors. After a few minutes, read through what you have written. You will probably throw out most of it, bu

15、t some of what youve written may give you an idea you can develop. Do some more brainstorming and see what else you can come up with.,My father,Never complains,good at DIY,can fix the car,plays the guitar,Works hard for family,gave up musical career for family,The person I most admire,optimistic,fri

16、endly,Organize Your Ideas,Develop an outline to organize your ideas. An outline shows your main ideas and the order in which you are going to write about them. Write down all the main ideas. List the subordinate ideas below the main ideas. Avoid any repetition of ideas.,My father,talented,does a lot

17、 for the family,Never complains,good at DIY,can fix the car,plays the guitar,Works hard for family,gave up musical career for family,The person I most admire,personality,optimistic,friendly,Three topic sentences,My father is the most good-natured person I know. He is very talented in a variety of fi

18、elds. I respect my dads selflessness.,The conclusion is the last paragraph of the paper. Its purpose is to summarize your main points, leaving out specific examples restate the main idea of the paper,Conclusion,Your conclusion begins with a restatement of your main point; but be sure to paraphrase,

19、not just repeat your thesis sentence. Then you want to add some sentences that emphasize the importance of the topic and the significance of your view. Think about what idea or feeling you want to leave your reader with. The conclusion is the reverse of the introduction in that it starts out very sp

20、ecific and becomes a bit more general as you finish.,Sample: The person I most admire,There are many people that I greatly admire. Some are famous sportsmen and celebrities while others are just ordinary people such as my teachers and friends. However, there was one person that I look up to much mor

21、e than anyone else; that is my father. My father is the most good-natured person I know. I have never seen him angry even though my sister and I often got into trouble when we were at school. He is always friendly and optimistic. Although he grew up in a poor family and has had a hard life, he never complains.,Another reason I admire my fathe