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1. '''Transition Idea''' | 1. '''Transition Idea'''- a body paragraph should begin with a transition idea that links the paragraph with the previous one | ||
2. '''Topic Sentence''' | 2. '''Topic Sentence''' - basically a mini thesis that states the paragraph's main point | ||
3. '''Support''' | 3. '''Support''' - a supporting sentence makes up the body of the paragraph and a supporting paragraph makes up the body of an essay | ||
4. '''Closing Sentence''' | 4. '''Closing Sentence'''- this should finish up the discussion and should look ahead to the paragraph | ||
== Transition Idea == | == Transition Idea == | ||
A transition idea should be connected in some way to the introduction. The idea will transition and move from one point to another to make the point. | A transition idea should be connected in some way to the introduction. The idea will transition and move from one point to another to make the major point. The major point being made should connect with the overall objective of the essay. | ||
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Transition words to use: Addition, Moreover, Consequently, Because, In the same way. | Transition words to use: Addition, Moreover, Consequently, Because, In the same way. | ||
== Topic Sentence == | == Topic Sentence == | ||
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Topic- What are the causes of global warming. | Topic- What are the causes of global warming. | ||
== Support == | |||
Adding support is a critical factor to include in the body. In order for the written material to sound credible, evidence such as specific information, facts, and details need to be mentioned within the essay. All of the proof must completely support the topic. | |||
'''Example''': | |||
Evidence can include: | |||
Published works, Research data, and Research from books, journal articles, and websites. | |||
== Closing Sentence == | == Closing Sentence == | ||
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In conclusion, this is why humor can help improve a human's quality of life. | In conclusion, this is why humor can help improve a human's quality of life. | ||
Body paragraphs do the real work of the essay, developing, supporting, explaining, and proving the thesis. A good body paragraph has a clear beginning, middle, and end. | |||
== Four important traits that are key to add in a body paragraph == | |||
== Four important traits that are | |||
'''Unity'''- the sentences in the body point to the main idea. | '''Unity'''- the sentences in the body point to the main idea. | ||
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'''Organization'''- is written in a proper sequence and flows throughout the essay. | '''Organization'''- is written in a proper sequence and flows throughout the essay. | ||
== '''Works Cited and Sources''' == | == '''Works Cited and Sources''' == | ||
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Nordquist, Richard. "Body Paragraphs." About.com. 2013. Grammar Composition. [http://grammar.about.com/od/ab/g/Body-Paragraphs.htm] | Nordquist, Richard. "Body Paragraphs." About.com. 2013. Grammar Composition. [http://grammar.about.com/od/ab/g/Body-Paragraphs.htm] | ||
"Massey University." ''Essay body paragraphs''. 1998-2010. Massey University. 18 July. 2013. [http://owll.massey.ac.nz/assignment-types/essay-body-paragraphs.php] | |||