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Process Essay

Process Essay. A type of expository writing. Expository writing. Presents or explains steps in a process Requires a main idea, supporting details, and a conclusion Should include 5 paragraphs Introduction One paragraph per supporting detail Conclusion. Introduction.

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Process Essay

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  1. Process Essay A type of expository writing

  2. Expository writing • Presents or explains steps in a process • Requires a main idea, supporting details, and a conclusion • Should include 5 paragraphs • Introduction • One paragraph per supporting detail • Conclusion

  3. Introduction • Topic sentence: state the process and why it is important • Baking a cake is a great way to spend time with friends and family. • Give background information and define the process. • Baking a cake requires precise measurement and results in a delicious treat. • State the thesis statement, including the three supporting details. • To bake a cake, one needs to mix fresh ingredients, bake the mixture in an oven, and decorate the cake using frosting.

  4. 3 body paragraphs • Topic sentence • Major supporting details • Minor supporting details

  5. Conclusion • Paraphrase the thesis • DO NOT re-write the thesis. You need to write it in a different way. • Summarize the major supporting details • Include new and interesting information

  6. Unity • All sentences support the thesis • There are no sentences “out of left field” • My favorite animal is a cat. I think cats are wonderful because they can be sneaky and are smart. • My favorite animal is a cat. Mice are chased by cats.

  7. Coherence • All sentences follow a logical order • A text structure is followed • Use transition • Next, however, also

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