1. Writing a Series of Paragraphs
Grade 10 OSSLT Prep

2. What is a Series of Paragraphs?
A five paragraph opinion essay
An Introduction
Three paragraphs that explain three different points
A conclusion

3. Introduction You need to include:
An interesting opening that relates to the topic
Three points you will discuss in your essay.

4. Body Paragraphs You need to include: A topic sentence
Support for your opinion
Details can include: facts, examples
A concluding sentence tying your examples to your topic sentence

5. The Conclusion You need to: Restate your opinion
Give a summary of your three points
* Never introduce new ideas in the conclusion

6. Tips Read the essay question twice. Make sure you stay on topic.
Have a clear opinion (support one side).
Have three points to support your opinion.
Have specific examples for each point.
Organize your writing with topic sentence, support and a conclusion.
Proof read your work when it’s complete – spelling doesn’t have to be perfect, but it must be understandable.

7. Example – Level 40

8. Level 40 Marking

9. Example – Level 50 con’d

10. Level 50 con’d

11. Level 50 Marking

12. How to Peer Edit 1. Read through a classmates’ essay.
2. Create a T-chart commenting on the areas your partner did well and those that need improvement.
3. Comments should include the following topics:
The essay is related to the topic
Clear opinion (choose only one side)
3 points to support opinion
Specific details/examples for each point
Organized – easy to follow
Spelling/grammar is understandable

13. Peer Editing T-Chart Example
Things completed well:
Essay was related to topic
Clear opinion was given (one side only)
3 points were given to support topic
Examples were given
Spelling was readable
Areas for improvement:
You need specific examples
You didn’t always have clear topic sentences
You need to conclude each point by tying example to the topic