Writing Objectives

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Writing Objectives

• Compare and Contrast Essay

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Conventions

• Thesis Statement
• Solid Introduction
• Paragraph Writing
• Strong Conclusion
• Transitions
• Topic Sentences
• Sentence Variety

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MLA Format

• http//www.csus.edu/owl/index/mla/mla_format.htm

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Thesis Statement

• Is considered the road map of the paper telling
  the reader what to expect and where to go
• Usually a single topic sentence in the first
  paragraph that presents the viewpoints of the
  writer that the body of the essay will elaborate
  upon

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Tense

• Keep the same TENSE throughout the paper
• Past Bob watched the football game
• Present Bob watches the football game

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Transitions

• Necessary and effective in writing
• See Transition handout

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NO Nos

• NO contractions!!!
• NO I or My
• NO You

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Before turning it in

• Edit and proofread
• Enlist in help a fresh eye can help find any
  improvements