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Unveiling Wisdom: Exploring Quotes and Aphorisms

This writing guide delves into the art of reflecting on quotes and aphorisms, providing insights on interpretation and personal connection. Learn how to analyze, relate, and craft responses effectively. Explore the depths of meaningful passages and unleash your critical thinking skills.

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Unveiling Wisdom: Exploring Quotes and Aphorisms

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  1. New Jersey Ask Testing Writing About Quotes

  2. What is a quote/aphorism? • a passage quoted from a book, story, and/or poem • Words of wisdom • Has important meaning • Something to ponder

  3. How to set up the responseThe Introduction • The introduction should contain all the basic information in one paragraph. • Sentence 1:Hook/this sentence should give the title and author • Sentence 2, 3, and sometimes 4: Should give a brief summary of what is intended by the words of wisdom (nutshell) • Sentence 5: Is your thesis statement. You agree, disagree, identify, or evaluate

  4. Body Paragraph 1 • Should include general idea of the quote/aphorism • Explain what it means/message • What was the author trying to convey with his/her quote/aphorism?

  5. Body 2 • Relate the quote to your own life • Give a personal response • Real life experience • Relate to something else…another story/novel etc.

  6. Conclusion • Generally summarize all your ideas

  7. General Tips to Remember • Vary sentence structure • Use effective word choice • Make use of figurative language • Make use of all 5 senses • Add a question

  8. Expository Situation • You may be asked to write from a given situation. • You will need at least 4 if not 5 paragraphs. • Your intro should start with a hook and work to the thesis statement. • Each body paragraph should explain your ideas.

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