Academic Writing I Class 3 March 11, 2014

Today - Sentence structure (continued) - Introduction to paragraphs

Key terms Sentence: A complete idea/thought consisting of at least one noun (subject) and one verb. Noun: Germany, dog, ice cream, people Verb: go, fight, watch Adjective: big, wonderful, terrible, amazing Adverb: very, quietly, carefully, loudly

Key terms Clause: A group of words that contains at least one subject and one verb. i.e., Anna left the party early. Independent clause: A clause that can be a sentence by itself (a bicycle). i.e., Anna left the party early. Hold the cat’s mouth closed. Dependent clause: A clause that cannot be a sentence by itself because its meaning is not complete (a basket). i.e., …because she was tired. before she bites me.

Sentence Review Students studied. Students in the biology lab studied sharks in the ocean.

Sentence review Regardless of how much detail we add, the wheels give the same kind of information. The subject tells us who or what. The predicate tells us what about it. Who or what? What about it? Tony loves pizza. Companies benefit from customer loyalty. Efficient train service will decrease traffic problems.

Sentence Review: Dependent Clauses When the music began dependent clause Everyone started to dance. independent clause When the music began, everyone started to dance.

Dependent Clauses We can place these baskets on the front of a bike. As soon as it stopped raining, we saw a double rainbow. Because I registered early, I got the classes I wanted. When we need a quiet place to study, we go to the library.

Dependent Clauses We can also place them on the back of a bike. We saw a double rainbow as soon as it stopped raining. I got the classes I wanted because I registered early. We go to the library when we need a quiet place to study.

Dependent Clauses – relative pronouns These baskets go after the word they describe. Sometimes they’re in the middle of the bike. Frank, who works part-time,will be our guide. The new fitness center, which includes a swimming pool, will open in February. The car that is parked in my driveway is Henry’s.

Dependent Clauses – relative pronouns Sometimes they are on the back of the bike. We are making pasta for Tim, who does not eat meat. I have tickets to the jazz festival, which begins at noon. Karen likes books that have a happy ending.

Remember… A basket can’t do anything by itself. I ate lunch as soon as I got home.

Sentence Review Make sure you read Slides 30 – 44 from last Friday’s PowerPoint (we did look at them in class).

Ice cream is a good food. I like to eat ice cream Ice cream is a good food. I like to eat ice cream. Ice cream is delicious in summer. Summer is hot. Eating ice cream in summer is cool. Let’s eat ice cream.

Types of Sentences - Simple sentence - Compound sentence - Complex sentence

Types of Sentences Simple sentence A group of words that: a) Contains at least one subject and one verb and b) Expresses a complete thought i.e., Airplanes changed how people travel.

Types of Sentences Simple sentence Four basic formulas S = subject, V = verb 1. S V The Harry Potter movies were international hits.

Types of Sentences Simple sentence The Harry Potter movies were international hits. 2. S S V Young people and adults enjoyed the them.

Types of Sentences Simple sentence The Harry Potter movies were international hits. Young people and adults enjoyed the them. 3. S V V The films entertained and thrilled audiences everywhere.

Types of Sentences Simple sentence The Harry Potter movies were international hits. Young people and adults enjoyed the them. The films entertained and thrilled audiences everywhere. 4. S S V V Harry Potter and his friends battled evil and made us laugh at the same time.

Types of Sentences Compound sentence - A sentence composed of at least two simple sentences joined by a comma (, ) and a coordinating conjunction. - Seven (7) coordinating conjunctions are: and, but, so, or, for, nor, yet Basic Formula: S V coord. conj. S V

Types of Sentences Compound sentence - A sentence composed of at least two simple sentences joined by a comma (, ) and a coordinating conjunction. Basic Formula: S V coord. conj. S V i.e., The gold disappeared with the mice, so the greedy man got nothing.

Types of Sentences Compound sentence More examples: He dropped a rice ball, and it rolled into a hole in the ground. They were happy, but they were poor. He could choose a big box, or he could choose a small one.

Types of Sentences Complex sentence - A combination of one independent clause and one (or more) dependent clause(s). i.e., Anna left the party early because she was tired. After it stopped raining, we went outside.

Types of Sentences A good writer uses a variety of sentence types in each paragraph and each essay. - We will look at this in a later class. For now, remember: - Do not only use simple sentences.

Paragraph = a group of sentences It’s hot out today. Chickens are crazy. I think I will do my homework. Surfing is fun.

Paragraphs A paragraph is…?! - Several sentences grouped together. - These sentences discuss one main subject.

Paragraph Structure A paragraph is a lot like…

Writing Paragraphs Parts of a Paragraph: - Topic sentence - Supporting details (Development) - Concluding sentence

Topic sentence States the main idea of the paragraph. Clearly states the topic and the controlling idea of the paragraph. Gives only main idea(s). No specific details. Must contain at least one subject and one verb. Is usually the first sentence in a paragraph.

Topic sentence Topic names the subject of the sentence. Controlling idea limits or controls the topic to a specific area. Convenience foods are easy to prepare. There are several advantages to growing up in a big city. Driving on the highway requires strong nerves and aggressiveness.

Topic sentence VS. Do not include too many ideas. Independent films are characterized by experimental techniques, low production costs, and provocative themes. VS. Independent films are characterized by experimental techniques.

Examples too general too specific Just right  English has been influenced by other languages. The slang expression so long (meaning “good bye”) is probably a corruption of the Arabic salaam. The Arabic origins of many English words are not always obvious. too general too specific Just right 

Topic sentence States the main idea of the paragraph. e.g.) “Writing an essay is a complicated process.”

Supporting details Explanation of the controlling idea. Examples/Evidence. -explanation of evidence.

Explanation The writer's explanation of his/her thinking about the main topic, idea, or focus of the paragraph. Paragraph development continues with an expression of the rationale or the explanation that the writer gives for how the reader should interpret the information presented in the topic sentence.

Explanation “A writer cannot simply start typing on a keyboard and expect an excellent product as a result. In fact, writing a high-quality essay requires a time investment and several steps.”

Example/ Evidence The evidence serves as a sign or representation of the relationship established in the idea and explanation portions of the paragraph. Paragraph development progresses with the expression of some type of support or evidence for the idea and the explanation that came before it

Example/ Evidence “For example, before writing an essay about a chosen topic, the writer must research the topic and make a formal outline of the essay.”

Explanation (of example) The reasoning behind why you chose to use this (or these) particular evidence to support the major claim of your paragraph. NONE of your examples should be left unexplained

Explanation (of example) “These initial steps of the writing process can take hours or days, and the writer may not even have started a first draft, yet.”

Conclusion A review for your reader about the relevance of the information that you just discussed in the paragraph.

Conclusion “Indeed, writing can be a difficult, time-consuming activity.”

Example Paragraph 3 “Learning how to turn in homework assignments on time is one of the most valuable skills that college students can take with them into the working world.” Assignment: Find: Explanation, evidence, explanation of evidence, and conclusion. Label each part.

Assignment ‘Who (or what) is responsible for the events in this film?’ Write a paragraph in response to this question: - Topic sentence - One piece of evidence - Remember to clearly explain this evidence! REVIEW THE ppt. FIRST

‘Who (or what) is responsible for the events in this film?’ Write a paragraph in response to this question: - Topic sentence i.e., An invisible wizard is responsible for the events in this movie. - Explain the topic sentence (Explanation) - Provide an example from the movie to support my explanation (Evidence) - Explain how my example relates to my topic sentence (Explanation of evidence) - Concluding statement

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Assignment Subject: AWI paragraph assign File name: NAME_AWI paragraph Submit to: kachomework@gmail.com Subject: AWI paragraph assign File name: NAME_AWI paragraph kimjinsu_AWI paragaph Deadline: Tuesday March 18 (11:59 pm)