1. Thesis Statement & Parallel Structure Introduction Conclusion
LAP 2
Thesis Statement &
Parallel Structure
Introduction
Conclusion

2. Thesis Statement & Parallel Structure
Sentences-especially items in a series – should be parallel in structure, that is, to be of the same grammatical structure.
When items in a series (or sentences) are not parallel, it is known as faulty parallelism.
This error is most commonly found in thesis statements - in particular, the “support” part of thesis statements.
Topic + Main Idea + Support)
Support= items in a series OR 3 points

3. Introduction & Conclusion
The Expository Essay

4. Introduction

5. Introduction
The introduction should illustrate or give an example of your thesis statement.
Generally, for the length of essay that will be written, 5-7 sentences are sufficient ( word count).
The thesis is the main idea you are developing in your essay.
The thesis statement is the last sentence in the introduction.

6. Components of the Introduction
Broad opening statement/main idea (1 sentence)
Background information (3-5 sentences)
Thesis statement (1 sentence)

7. Funnel Method Broad opening statement ------------
Background information
Thesis statement

8. Funnel Structure
1st Sentence – opening statement or broad statement about topic – this sentence is related to the subject of your paper, sort of. This claim should, in some way, draw the reader into your paper and make them want to read more. 2nd Sentence – Less Broad – this sentence is still not very specific nor does it outright state the topic yet, but it is a step closer to your subject and is a less broad statement than the opening sentence.

9. Funnel Method (continued)
3rd Sentence – More Focused – this sentence is tying the idea of your thesis and your broad statement even closer together. Think of each sentence in your funnel down intro as a step closer to your thesis. 4th Sentence – Almost Thesis – this sentence is going to support your thesis and almost outright state it, but it isn’t quiet the thesis yet. Thesis Statement – this is the main point of your whole paper. Your thesis should include your topic + your opinion + your rational (or reasons) presented within your paper.

10. Conclusion

11. IF YOU CAN DODGE A WRENCH, YOU CAN DODGE A BALL.

12. Dodge a ball- write a conclusion

13. Dodge a ball- write a conclusion
Why did I show you this clip?
What do I mean by this analogy?

14. IF YOU CAN WRITE AN INTRODUCTION, YOU CAN WRITE A CONCLUSION.

15. Conclusion The conclusion is the opposite of the introduction.
Generally, for the length of essay that will be written, 3-5 sentences are sufficient ( word count).
The first sentence of the conclusion is the thesis statement reworded and rephrased.

16. Components of the Conclusion
Restated thesis statement (1 sentence)
Narrow to broad focus of supporting sentences (1-3 sentences)
Broad closing statement— leaving your audience intrigued by your essay (1 sentence)

17. Funnel Method
Restated thesis
Narrow to broad supporting sentences --
Broad closing statement

18. Questions…