Paper 2: Process Analysis Writing

Paper 2: Process Analysis Writing

1. Definition

   • process analysis examines a series of actions
   • Directions for washing your new jeans
   • to teach the reader about a process

2. two basic kinds

   • International Type
     • how something works or happens
       • how a computer works
   • Directional Type
     • explains how to do something
       • how to get from one place to another

3. Bad topics

   • Too few steps: like “How to blink your eyes.”
     • Too many steps: like “How to design, build, paint, and decorate a new house.”
       • Not interesting enough: “How to turn off a computer
         • Too specific to one person: “How I get ready for bed every night.

4. several major topic

   • Scientific or natural
     • This style is often used in textbooks, of course
       • -How photosynthesis works • How clouds form
   • Historic
     • this style is common in textbooks
       • How the Crusades damaged Europe • How American law changed after 9/11
   • Advisory
     • How to be a good boyfriend
     • is often seen is "self-help" books
     • How to heal after the loss of a loved one
     • How to end a bad relationship
     • How to be a supportive parent