Mr. Lee Sophomore Business English TEM-4 Writing Mr. Lee Sophomore Business English

Essay Scramble Get into groups of four In the envelope you’ll find sentences that will assemble an essay Rearrange the scrambled essay in logical/structural order

TEM-4 How you will be evaluated: What is not as important: English-style structure Supporting your topic sentence Correct grammar What is not as important: Brilliant and innovative ideas Supporting points (convincing the reader is secondary to structure, logic, and grammar)

TEM-4 Writing your essay is like… Introduction: Bread Support: Meat Vegetables Condiments Conclusion: Bread

TEM-4 Structure Three sections, not 5 paragraphs Introduction 2 to 3 sentences, preview of the essay Supporting paragraph(s) 2 to 5 sentences Conclusion sentence not necessary Conclusion Restate subject Summarize support Three sections, not 5 paragraphs New post-2005 test requirements allow for shorter essays

TEM-4 Thesis Topic + opinion + support + support “Food and paper waste are two remarkable problems on campus.” Studying abroad has become a fashion for not only does it improve students’ foreign languages, but it also broadens their minds.

TEM-4: Example Outline Introduction: For many years, it has been the dream of many Chinese students to continue their studies abroad. However, the advantages of obtaining an education aboard must be weighed against the disadvantages. Body, point 1: advantages a) advanced technology and innovative ideas b) these can help China Body, point 2: disadvantages a) the cost: expense and loneliness b) very few can get into the best schools

TEM-4 Example Outline Conclusion: The best answer to the question of whether or not to study overseas is “it depends.” If you can get into one of the best schools, and can handle the cost (financially and emotionally), then go ahead. Learn from the ideas and technology of the West, and then return to use those assets to develop the East. Notice that my conclusion summarizes my support (referring to both advantages and disadvantages), and ends with the implication that if you can get into a good school and handle the cost, then you should go, learn, and return. (Krigline.com.cn)

TEM-4 Sample Essay The best way to improve your Writing ability is to read well-written English prose Take a look at the essay I assign you as an example Discuss the essay in your groups to summarize the points and be prepared to tell 2 points about why the essay is well written You will, as a group, present that to the class

TEM-4 Topic Sentence worksheet After you finish that, let me know