Paragraph Main Point of the Paragraph How/Why It Supports My Argument

1 After analyzing conventions present in

(Thesis all three essays, the authors were able to
Statement) form a bond with the audience by using
familiar language and references,
reminiscing on the city’s collective
history in order to wrench on the reader’s
empathy, and thus establishing the
credibility longed for by Philadelphians.
2 Players use the word “Philly” to appeal “Philly” serves as jargon which helps to
to fans. establish a common bond amongst
players and fans.
3 Kyle Lowry bridged a gap. Bridged a “gap” which speaks to a large
audience. He also uses familiar references
which hit close to home.
4 Nostalgia helps to breed passion among Memories remind fans of a common goal
fans. and helps to unite the public.
5 There is a symbiotic relationship that Fans require a lot, which pushes players to
occurs amongst players and fans. step up to the plate.
6 Philadelphia players and fans are hungry;
after analyzing conventions present in all
three essays, the authors were able to
form a bond with the audience by using
familiar language and references,
reminiscing on the city’s collective
history in order to wrench on the reader’s
empathy, and thus establishing the
credibility longed for by Philadelphians.