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Timed Writing

Timed Writing. Structure. 5 Paragraphs: Introduction 3 Body Conclusion. Prompt Break-Down. Suggestion, hint, or timely instruction as to what is expected of you as a writer in a specific circumstance. The AP essay prompt is made up of THREE basic parts: Subject – the given text

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Timed Writing

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  1. Timed Writing

  2. Structure • 5 Paragraphs: • Introduction • 3 Body • Conclusion

  3. Prompt Break-Down • Suggestion, hint, or timely instruction as to what is expected of you as a writer in a specific circumstance. • The AP essay prompt is made up of THREE basic parts: • Subject – the given text • Verb – specifically tells you what to do • Object – the goal or overall purpose of the essay

  4. Prompt • Chinua Achebe thoroughly develops the protagonist, Okonkwo, in Things Fall Apart. Discuss how Achebe utilizes the characterization of Okonkwo to symbolize the Ibo tribe.

  5. Getting Started Introduction Thematic Statements Thesis Statement

  6. Theme Statements • Theme is synonymous for meaning, for universal truth. It deals with the human condition. To achieve the level of thematic thinking, one must show independent and critical thinking skills.

  7. Thesis • A proposition to be proved. (Dictionary of Literary Terms & Literary Theory) • An Argument • The controlling idea of your paper.

  8. Body Paragraphs • Unpack the thesis statement • Provide text evidence • Give personal commentary/analysis

  9. Inserting Evidence • Any time you insert evidence into your writing, you never leave it alone. Tell the reader why you added the evidence. - Dr. B. • 3 Steps: • Assertion • Lead-in / Quote / Documentation • Commentary / Analysis

  10. Prompt • Chinua Achebe thoroughly develops the protagonist, Okonkwo, in Things Fall Apart. Discuss how Achebe utilizes the characterization of Okonkwo to symbolize the Ibo tribe.

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