raw exam

the regular formula for definition essay

X is Y that is Z

use details that appeal to the senses( sight,taste,touch,smell,see)

appropriate language use

think of an unfamiliar word you can define you can try to think about popular term in different fields of study.

choosing a topic for definition essay

think of things that can be divided into subgroups such as types of musical instruments gadgets,sports etc

choosing a topic in classification

what are the 3 main idea for classification/exemplification essay

choosing a topic,formulating your opinion, supporting the main idea

Y is the

classification

is the method by which one divides things into groups, classes, or categories.

classification

this skill can be used can understand complex topics in your academic courses

classification-exemplification text

you must remember to pay attention to the categories which are used to divide the general idea into subgroups

classification-exemplification text

use transitional devices that signal spatial order

coherence and cohesion

explains not just what something means or is,but also what something does,what something is use for,what something looks like etc...

definition text

is a means of explaining a concept or idea by expounding not only it's actual meaning but also it's characteristics and functions that distinguish from others concepts.

definition text

it also use this type when you want to entertain,that is, by giving it's humorous definition of a popular term

definition text

is a pattern of organization of a text which presents the writers dominant about a person,place, thing or event as the main idea

description

is a useful way of writing text that entertain because of it's nature of appealing to the readers senses,hearing,sight,smell,touch and taste

description

contains transition words and phrases that signals spatial order

descriptive text

is a type of writing that creates a clear picture of a single scene,object,person,place or any visible

descriptive text

Z is the

distinguishing characteristics

4 ways of writing a descriptive text

do prewriting activities write a thesis statement generate details and organize ideas begin with your draft

is the method of providing examples and illustrations in order to further clarify or explain a concept or subject matter.

exemplification

true or false(write the correct answer):add a signature line with appropriate contact information (

false,block

true or false(write the correct answer):begin a message with a vague "This" — as in "This needs to be done

false,never

true or false(write the correct answer): put your main point in the. last sentence

false,opening sentence

true or false:(write the correct answer)Edit and proofread before hitting "done."

false,send

This is a key step in writing a classification essay. To classify, or sort, things in a logical way

finding categories

write your opinion in an essay,,if you want to entertain you may define in a humurous way

formulating your opinion

you must express your opinion or or how you feel

formulating your opinion

if you want to entertain you may define in a ?

humorous way

4 steps in writing your draft

introduction,draft,rewrite your draft if you answered no,proofread your draft

is supported by vivid details that appeal to the readers senses.

main idea of the descriptive text

arrange details in a specific spatial order bottom,left to write,outside to inside

organization

make sure capitalization,spelling,punctuation are correct

proper machanics

if you want to persuade you may define the term in a ?

serious manner

is considered as a logical arrangement it can put item 3 in supporting points

spatial order

generate supporting details for the main idea of classification text

supporting the main idea

you may have to think of the word associated to the term being defined.you may use this as synonyms antonyns examples non examples

supporting the main idea

x is the

term

should contain the subject(topic), the main idea, and supporting details.

thesis statements

➢is a very important part of an essay because it summarizes what you have in mind for this essay and guides the reader in reading your essay accurately.

thesis statements

4 outline of classification essay

title,introduction,body,conclusion

formula in writing thesis statement

topic + authors opinion = thesis statement

true or false (write the correct answer):don't use ALL CAPITALS or all lower-case letters either

true

true or false(write the correct answer): As a general rule, PLZ avoid textspeak

true

true or false(write the correct answer):Finally, reply promptly to serious message

true

true or false(write the correct answer)Be brief and polite.

true

true or false(wrote the correct answer):Always fill in the subject line

true

true or false:(write the correct answer) Remember to say "please" and "thank you.

true