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State views
Describe a
scene/event,
place, person
Based on facts
What is the best way to help teenagers to stay fit and healthy?
NARRATIVE
ARGUMENTATIVE
DESCRIPTIVE
FACTUAL/
EXPOSITORY
INTRODUCTION
When writing your introductory paragraph, always remember what, how & why
questions. You must be able to lead your reader into defining the purpose of your piece of writing.
CONTENTS You must be able to define your main ideas relevant to the topic clearly and accurately. Your
supporting idea must be stated clearly which must be relevant to the main idea. This should be followed by
further elaboration and examples which are relevant to the main idea.
CONCLUSION
You should be able to end your writing effectively and give your readers a sense of
completion or satisfaction. You may like to highlight the issues discussed and suggest possible solutions to the
issues highlighted.
Paragraph 1
INTRODUCTION
(25 WORDS)
Paragraph 2
CONTENTS
(MAIN POINTS 1)
(100 WORDS)
Paragraph 3
CONTENTS
(MAIN POINTS 2)
(100 WORDS)
Paragraph 4
CONTENTS
(MAIN POINTS 3)
(100 WORDS)
Paragraph 5
CONCLUSION
(25 WORDS)
Main idea
Supporting idea
Elaboration/Explanation
Relevant examples
Main idea
Supporting idea
Elaboration/Explanation
Relevant examples
Main idea
Supporting idea
Elaboration/Explanation
Relevant examples
suggestions
1) Definition of
NARRATIVE
WRITING
narrative
A narrative tells or narrates a story or a sequence of events. It may be about something common or
uncommon, for example, a strange encounter or events, a sudden catastrophe, a crisis, a conflict, a victory, an
exciting adventure or discovery. However, it may be also be about an ordinary experience or the daily routines
that can occur in our daily life.
3) Tense
A narrative usually describes events or happenings in the past. Thus, the Past Tense forms are usually used in
narrative writing. Other tenses are also used but not as frequently.
4) Cohesiveness
The flow of the story is important as it sets the mood of the storyline. Events should be arranged logically and
systematically. This can be done by using connectors and suitable linkers.
Connectors/Conjunctions
Functions
Nevertheless, However
ARGUMENTATIVE
To join two opposing ideas
As well as, Besides, Bothand, Not onlybutWRITING
also
To combine two ideas that are similar or related
On the other hand
5) Plot
The plot is the storys framework. It is the storyline of, for example, how a character changes of how a mystery
is solved or how an enemy is defeated. To be interesting, a story must have a good plot.
6) Characterization
The events in the story usually happens to the main character and how he/she solves a problem or overcomes
challenges thrown towards him. Thus, characterization should include the description, the characteristics as
well as clear incidents that show his upmost outstanding personality.
1) Introduction
In an argumentative essay, students are required to state their views on an issue. These views can be in
favour or against the issue. Students may be required to make a stand or present a balanced view of the
issue and state their stand or recommendation in the conclusion. Whatever the format required, all views, for
and against, , must be supported by examples and facts.
Body
-
Arguments for
Give supporting statement
Compare & contrast
3) Conclusion or recommendation
-
I am of the opinion
PART OF
ESSAY
- Introducti
on
- (Paragraph
1)
- Body
- (Paragraph
2)
- Body
(Paragraph
3)
- Body
- (Paragraph
4)
Conclusio
AGREE
Thesis statement
of agreement
Topic sentence 1
(first reason)
Supporting ideas to support the
topic sentence
Topic sentence 2
(first reason)
Supporting ideas to support the
topic sentence
Topic sentence 3
(first reason)
Supporting ideas to support the
topic sentence
Restatement of opinion
DISAGREE
Thesis statement
of agreement
Topic sentence 1
(first reason)
Supporting ideas to support the
topic sentence
Topic sentence 2
(first reason)
Supporting ideas to support the
topic sentence
Topic sentence 3
(first reason)
Supporting ideas to support the
topic sentence
Restatement of opinion
n
(Paragraph
5)
DESCRIPTIVE
WRITING
1)
a)
b)
c)
a) DESCRIBING A SCENE/EVENT
-
When describing a scene or event, you are required to write in some details about the
b) DESCRIBING A PLACE
-
When describing a place, you are required to describe the place in detail. In your description,
DOS
DONTS
c) DESCRIBING A PERSON
-
When describing a person/a group of people, you should give enough details about the person/people.
If he/she is a famous person, mention why is he/she famous. If it is about a group, some knowledge
about them is vital
DOS
DONTS
REACTIONS
- Angry
-
Embarrass
ed
-
Amused
-
Happy
-
The sky
The blazing sun was shining through the cloudless sky (a hot mid-day)
The sun rose, slowly and majestically, over mountains (early morning)
The sun appeared over the horizon, giving out rays of faint yellow light (dawn/sunrise)
Everything looked radiant in the early morning sun
The beach/sea
Tall coconut palms swayed gracefully to the sounds of the sea waves (beach)
The gentle waves rolled endlessly towards the white sparkling beach (beach)
The whispering breeze and splashing waves gently rocks me to sleep
The winds caresses my cheeks and ruffles my hair as I relish the tickling sensation of the waves
crashing my feet
The
and it
rain but
held (gloomy with no rain)
Lightning streaked across the sky
There was a flash of lightning followed by a rumble of thunder
The wind shrieked. The wind howled
A peal of thunder boomed in the distance
Lamp post fell on parked vehicles
Glass window shattered
Roof of some houses were ripped off
Thunder rumbled. Lightning flashed
FACTUAL/ EXPOSITORY
WRITING
storm
sky darkened
threatened to
the
weather
Day/night
The dark night was slowly crawling by and the dawn was approaching
As the moon makes a retreat, the sun rises in all its radiant and splendor
A new day is born
The night crawled by slowly
The starts twinkled in the black sky like thousands of fireflies
The cry of million cicadas broke the silence of the night
In the dead of the night, came the sound of the banging of a door
Traffic jam
Introduction
You are required to write a composition which demands some knowledge of the topic. This topic
requires the students to investigate an idea, evaluate evidence, expound on the idea and present in a
clear and concise manner. It is based on facts such as real events or happenings, real examples and
real figures if any. If it is on a current issue, you need to have read about it.
DOS
DONTS