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Introduction Paragraph and Thesis statement

Introduction Paragraph and Thesis statement. Learning Target. Students will be able to identify and outline the elements incorporated in an introduction and conclusion paragraph. Learning Criteria For Success.

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Introduction Paragraph and Thesis statement

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  1. Introduction Paragraph and Thesis statement

  2. Learning Target • Students will be able to identify and outline the elements incorporated in an introduction and conclusion paragraph

  3. Learning Criteria For Success • I can outline my introduction paragraph for my character analysis five paragraph essay • I can draft two separate thesis statements to use for my essay • I can outline my concluding paragraph for use in the timed essay on Friday • I can understand the CORRECT structure for a five paragraph essay

  4. Introduction Pargaraph • Must Include: • Identify the author and text (ex. Kevin Connolly’s, Double Take) • For a character analysis you must identify the CHARACTER you will be analyzing in your paper. • Brief summary (give a quick background of the story/text and/or the character) • Thesis/opinion statement.

  5. Thesis Statement • This is a sentence or two that tells the reader what the rest of the essay is about. Good thesis statements do not simply announce a topic they say something about the topic, and it provides the framework for your paper. • Comes at THE END of your introduction paragraph

  6. Thesis Statement • NEVER start a thesis with • “In this paper I will discuss…” • “I believe that…” • “I think….” • “This paper will talk about…” • A thesis statement makes a promise to the reader about the scope, purpose and direction of the paper. It summarizes the conclusion that the writer has reached about the topic. • Advances a conclusion that the writer will defent

  7. Thesis Statement • For Example • Kevin Connolly’s mother’s protective, resilient and caring personality is imperative to Kevin’s survival and happiness in the early years of his life. • The reader now knows that the writer will be trying to PROVE that the mother is protective, resilient and caring • The paper’s structure must follow that order • Body paragraph one: Protective • Body paragraph Two: Resilient • Body paragraph Three: Caring

  8. 5 Paragraph Essay Template • Here are two ways to consider the format for a 5 paragraph essay. • Remember that depending on how many warrants and impacts you have your paragraphs may be longer or shorter. • Keep this page in your notes • Remember: This is jut an outline. It is YOUR job when writing to add in transitions, punctuation, etc.

  9. Conclusion • A concluding paragraph must include: • Restatement of your thesis/opinion statement • Connection of your three body paragraphs • A memorable closing sentence – Leave your reader in awe of your wisdom!

  10. Goals for Today • Create outline of intro paragraph • Create outline of concluding paragraph – You can do this on the same page as your thesis – just be sure to label it.

  11. Example of intro paragraph When great teachers are mentioned, most people think of biology instructors, football coaches, Girl Scout leaders and others in similar positions. However, some of the greatest teachers may be individuals not normally classified as teachers. Roger, a character in the short story “Thank you, M’am” by Langston Hughes, encounters such an unusual teacher on a city sidewalk. Because she is a fearless, trustful ad generous woman, Mrs. Jones teaches Roger a lesson he will remember.

  12. Example of Conclusion Some teachers are brilliant instructors due to their superior education. Others make excellent teachers because they are adept as communicators. Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones emerges not from a university but rather from a hotel beauty shop to become Roger’s teacher. Her courage, trust and generosity communicate more to Roger than mere words ever could.

  13. Prompt: • Write a five paragraph essay analyzing one of the characters from Kevin Connolly’s memoir Double Take. Choose three adjectives to describe this character and provide textual evidence and explanations. • You will be allowed: • 60 minutes (or till the end of the period) • Your notecards (warrants and impacts) • Your template sheet (5 paragraph essay) • Your handout on “Top 10 Editing Errors” • Your intro and conclusion sheet (from Tuesday)

  14. REMEMBER • FOLLOW THE TEMPLATE: • Intro • Body paragraph One • Claim • Warrant 1 • Impact 1 • Warrant 2 • Impact 2 • Conclusion

  15. When you are done • Go back and edit, using your editing sheet. Change what needs to be changed. Take out words you don’t need. Make words stronger. • Spelling, punctuation and grammar ALWAYS count. • Then: • Grab the article at the front of the room • Do not write on it – it is a class set • Take notes on your own sheet of paper – write down things you find • 1.) Interesting • 2.) Important • 3.) Anything you don’t know

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