Watch the video clip and then write your opinion. This time you must write three paragraphs. The first paragraph will describe the "problem" as you see it. The second paragraph will be for your opinion. and the last paragraph will be for the closing where you attempt to convince whoever is reading your article that you are right and they should believe as you do. Use the the rules below to write your paragraphs.
HOW TO WRITE EFFECTIVE PARAGRAPHS~
An effective paragraph can be easily written if you follow this format:Elements Of A Paragraph
A paragraph should contain some structure and particular elements, which are listed below in relative order:
1.A Topic sentence- motivates the reader to want to read more.
2.The First main point- proves, backs up, or explains the topic sentence.
3.The Second main point- usually provides a reason for the first point made.
4.The Third main point- can help prove the topic sentence or back up the first or second main point of the paragraph.
5.The Conclusion- sums up the main points or ideas and it usually completes the topic.
HERE IS AN EXAMPLE OF A WELL WRITTEN PARAGRAPH:
A paragraph should contain some structure and particular elements, which are listed below in relative order:
1.A Topic sentence- motivates the reader to want to read more.
2.The First main point- proves, backs up, or explains the topic sentence.
3.The Second main point- usually provides a reason for the first point made.
4.The Third main point- can help prove the topic sentence or back up the first or second main point of the paragraph.
5.The Conclusion- sums up the main points or ideas and it usually completes the topic.
HERE IS AN EXAMPLE OF A WELL WRITTEN PARAGRAPH:
(1) John was only five years old, but he was extremely smart for his age. (2) He wasn’t that tall and he was a bit on the skinny side. (3)He had big blue eyes, light brown hair, rosy cheeks, and a friendly smile. (4) Just looking at him he seemed like any other kid-- quite normal. Yet, everyone in his class looked at him differently because John could never be a normal kid, because he wasn’t normal; no, he was a genius.