FOURTH GRADING PERIOD English Essay ~oOo~ o ESSAY o comes from the French word essayer which means

h means attempt. is composed of a group of related paragraphs that work together to present one main point. is the most popular type of composition that directly expresses ideas in prose. presents the essayists own ideas on a topic and generally addresses a particular aspect of the subject. The subject may be critical, substantial or deep. It revolves around thoughts on current moral, political, scientific, social or economic issue.

PARTS OF AN ESSAY INTRODUCTION o BODY o o supports the thesis statement with examples, details, facts, reasons or incidents. The supporting information should be organized by means of subtopics. Subtopics can be mentioned directly in thesis statement. One or more paragraphs should be used to develop each subtopic. Subtopic should follow a logical order. is usually short and separate paragraph at the end of the essay. generally begins with a reminder of the thesis statement. is a vital part of an essay. indicates the essays purpose, telling whether the essay will be expository or persuasive. presents the main idea in a thesis statement.

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KINDS OF ESSAY EXPOSITORY ESSAY o o o explains a process, an event or idea by giving factual information. informs the reader. expresses an opinion. tries to convince the reader or change his or her mind about tells a story about a real-life experience writers should try to involve the reader by making the story as vivid as possible. paints a picture with words might describe a person, place, object, or even memory of special significance strives to communicate a deeper meaning through description show not tell, through the use of colorful words and sensory details.

PERSUASIVE ESSAY

NARRATIVE ESSAY

DESCRIPTIVE ESSAY