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Specifics as Brainstormed from the Topic of Choice

Writing a Tasty Introductory Paragraph The Hook-The Grabber Leading Statements that attach to the “Hook”-or-the “Grabber” Thesis Statement: One statement that summarizes at least 3 specific points that will be developed in the essay.

Transitional Words or Phrases Organizing It All! Introduction Build Your Burger! Transitional Words or Phrases The Body=The Meat “Make it a triple!” Conclusion

Sample #1: Macbeth as a Tragic Hero Macbeth was a true Shakespearean tragic hero. He had many noble qualities as well as several tragic flaws. He was a courageous, brave and good nobleman who was haunted by superstition, moral cowardice and an overwhelming ambition. The three points which contribute greatly to Macbeth’s degeneration are: the prophecy which was told to him by the witches, Lady Macbeth’s influence and manipulation, and finally Macbeth’s long time ambition which drove his desire to be king. His excessive ambition causes his damnation, and ultimately he becomes a tragic hero.

The Body “Show Me the Beef!” Concrete Examples Analysis supported by the concrete examples Each paragraph in the body must concentrate of 1 specific detail as highlighted in the thesis statement. Keep to the point! Give examples to support the point! Do the same thing all over again with the 2nd and the 3rd points, in the 2nd and 3rd paragraphs!

Use of Transitional Words: First, Secondly, Next, Furthermore, Additionally, Nevertheless, Additional analysis, In closing, In conclusion,

Inserting Direct Quotes: Example: Zeena was a cold and vindictive wife. For example, on page X of the novel, Ethan Frome, the author, Wharton, wrote, “………………………….” Here the reader was able to almost physically feel Zeena’s lifelessness but at the same time her anger.

Adding the Bottom Bun The Conclusion What would happen if you tried to pick up a hamburger without having a bottom bun attached to it? What’s the purpose of the conclusion? How is the top and bottom bun of a hamburger the same? Different? Made of the same ingredients? How does this help you to write a good conclusion?

How to Write an Essay in Less Than 30 Minutes Brainstorm Answer all points, at least three, that will be developed in the essay Introduction Body Conclusion

NEVER, NEVER, NEVER! Begin by saying, “I’m going to tell you….!” “My essay is about…….!”

Final Review “Let’s Get This Show on the Road!” “Just Do It!” “Writing Using Your Own Voice!” “Be Real!” “You Have Something Important to Say!” “Just Say It! Visit: www.quia.com/pages/bhooker/english12