General Structure for an English Essay:

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General Structure for an English Essay:

INTRODUCTION:

Begin with a hook

Link hook with Statement

T.A.G. and brief overview of text

Thesis Statement and show how text --> question

Aim to make thesis show "insightful understanding"

THESIS:

1: Know what aspect of the text the statement is focusing on (idea, character etc..)

2: Decide if the statement wants you to show insight in the creator's purpose or audience's reaction.

3: Then follow the model...

(Through "an aspect of the text" the audience is able to understand "the creator's purpose or the audience is able to learn something" about human nature. )

BODY PARAGRAPH:

Follow the mold of....

1: Description of what the writer includes in the text (showing specific examples of camera shots etc..)

2: Explanation of why they have done this, including the CRITICAL RESPONSE-PURPOSE of Creator

3: Linking back for success or other similar goals within the original statement. Commentary on the levels of success.

CONCLUSION PARAGRAPH:

1:

Link: - "overall we have seen how...(link back to the question using all of the keywords)

2:

Relevance: - "This is still important in today's society where..."

3:

Effect it has on the audience: - It left me/leaves me feeling/wondering/pondering/concerning...