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ESSAY WRITING

ESSAY WRITING. Year 10 eal. Persuasive Text. When writing a persuasive text, it is vital that you structure your work properly. There are many different ways to plan prior to writing your essay. One strategy which is often used is the TEEL acronym. TEEL. T opic sentence.

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ESSAY WRITING

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  1. ESSAY WRITING Year 10 eal

  2. Persuasive Text • When writing a persuasive text, it is vital that you structure your work properly. • There are many different ways to plan prior to writing your essay. • One strategy which is often used is the TEEL acronym.

  3. TEEL

  4. Topic sentence What is your main point? • Choose a topic which you are confident with. • Example: Romeo and Juliet’s predicament is inevitable.

  5. Explanation Why is your point important? • Sum up arguments and/or facts. • Use words such as: Therefore, consequently, thus, due to, this means that.. • Explain what it means, this convinces the reader further.

  6. Evidence What is your evidence? • It reinforces your idea in your topic sentence. • The aim is to prove to the reader your point of view. • Show evidence and examples of this issue/statement. • Use interesting quotes/events.

  7. Link How does it relate to your actual topic? • At the end of your writing, link to your prior statement must take place. • Relate to the next topic/paragraph.

  8. Five steps to successful essay writing!

  9. STEP ONE Introduction Establishes broader understanding. Offer the reader insight into the text. Introduce characters, themes and highlight the main topic.

  10. STEP TWO Thesis/Argument Initial response to the question/topic. Outline ideas about the question/topic and what you believe to be your response.

  11. STEP THREE Body Paragraphs Take the reader through a series of points to support your argument. Each point must be supported through evidence.

  12. STEP FOUR Revisit the topic Link back to the initial argument and re-state what you intend to prove. Outline how what you’ve written supports your initial response to the question/essay topic.

  13. STEP FIVE Conclusion An overall success of your essay in other sections. This paragraph should complete your argument. This gives the writer the opportunity to have a lasting impact on the reader.

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