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Chapter Three
Writing Sentences, Paragraphs, and Essays
Discussion Questions for Online/Hybrid Classes
1. When writing an essay and putting together its supporting points, which is easier to
use: a computer file or a hand-written draft? Why? Why might you want to move
sentences around? (LO 3.3)
2. Think about an exciting or memorable event in your life. Write three different
attention-getters to start an essay about this event. Share your answers and as a
class determine which of the three attention-getters is most effective and why. (LO
3.3)
3. Why is the use of different sentence lengths especially important in an online
discussion? Why are organized paragraphs critical? (LO 3.1 and LO 3.2)
4. The chapter explains that you should put your second strongest point first in an
essay, your weakest point in the middle, and your strongest point at the end. Do you
agree with this organizational pattern? Why or why not? (LO 3.3)
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Chapter Three
Writing Sentences, Paragraphs, and Essays
Graphic Organizers
Putting the Pieces Together: The Introductory Paragraph
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Writing Sentences, Paragraphs, and Essays
Putting the Pieces Together: The Body Paragraphs
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Writing Sentences, Paragraphs, and Essays
Putting the Pieces Together: The Concluding Paragraph
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Chapter Three
Writing Sentences, Paragraphs, and Essays
Teaching Tools
Designing an Essay
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Writing Sentences, Paragraphs, and Essays
Grading Rubric for a Basic Essay
Evaluated Area Possible Points Student Score
Introductory Paragraph
Attention-getter
Thesis statement
Overview of main points
Body Paragraphs
Topic sentences
Supporting ideas
Transitions
Concluding Paragraph
Restate thesis
Summarize main points
Wrap up the essay
Memorable ending
Additional feedback:
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Writing Sentences, Paragraphs, and Essays
Writing Attitude Survey
1. How do you feel about writing in general?
2. What are some characteristics of good writing?
3. Why is effective writing important?
4. How confident are you in your writing abilities?
5. What are your strengths and weaknesses as a writer?
6. What kinds of writing do you enjoy?
7. What kinds of writing do you dislike?
8. How much time do you spend writing each week for work, school, and yourself?
9. What joys and challenges have you faced as a writer?
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Chapter Three
Writing Sentences, Paragraphs, and Essays
Writing Topics
1. Write an essay using one of the thesis statements created in Class Activities and
Sample Discussions #1.
2. Write an essay about effective strategies for relieving stress. Remember to create a
thesis statement and to use supporting points to support your thesis.
3. Write a paragraph about your favorite restaurant. Who is your audience? What is
most important for them to know about the restaurant?
4. Write a paragraph that discusses the characteristics of an ideal employer.
Remember that all sentences should support the main point or thesis.
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