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Essay Checklist
Introductory Paragraph
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Topic is introduced with a strong lead-in/hook and is more than five sentences long. |
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Thesis is the last sentence of the paragraph. |
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Thesis sets up the organizational pattern of the essay by clearly listing the three reasons/examples I will be using for support |
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Points in thesis are in parallel form. |
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Introductory paragraph is at least 100 words in length. |
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Body Paragraph 1
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The topic sentence of the paragraph clearly introduces the first point from the thesis. |
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The remaining sentences in the paragraph provide adequate and relevant support for only the first point of the thesis. |
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There are at least two major details supported by minor supporting details evident in my paragraph. |
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Ideas are joined logically by appropriate transition words. |
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All ideas follow a logical pattern of organization and the paragraph is at least 100 words in length. |
Yes / No |
Body Paragraph 2
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The topic sentence of the paragraph clearly introduces the second point from my thesis. |
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The remaining sentences in the paragraph provide adequate and relevant support for only the second point of my thesis. |
Body Paragraph 3
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The topic sentence of the paragraph clearly introduces the third point from my thesis. |
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The remaining sentences in the paragraph provide adequate and relevant support for only the third point of my thesis. |
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All ideas follow a logical pattern of organization and the paragraph is at least 100 words in length |
Concluding Paragraph
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The thesis is restated in the last paragraph. It must be in different words than used in the introduction. |
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The paragraph summarizes the points in the body paragraphs. |
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No new information is introduced in the paragraph |
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The conclusion is at least 100 words in length. |
General Proofreading
Do I have the proper heading on my paper?
Yes / No
Is my essay double-spaced and are paragraphs indented? Did I use 12pt font?
Yes / No
Did I run spell-check and then check for words commonly confused?
Yes / No
Did I get rid of all contractions?
Yes / No
Did I check for proper capitalization?
Yes / No
Did I proofread for proper and consistent verb tense and correct as needed?
Yes / No
Did I get rid of any “you” pronouns??
Yes / No
Did I check for pronoun errors – shifts, case, and agreement – and make the corrections?
Yes / No
Do my subjects and verbs agree?
Yes / No
Did I correct any fragments, run-ons and comma splices?
Yes / No
Did I save my essay using Lastname_title
Yes / No
What is an exemplification essay.html
How to write an exemplification essay
Step1
Decide on a topic. Basically, what generalization do you want to exemplify? If a topic is assigned, most likely you will already have a set of generalizations about it so you can just build your essay from that. If you choose your own topic, you will have to decide on a generalization about that topic that you can support with examples.
Step2
Determine a purpose. What angle of the generalization do you want to present to the reader? Having a clear purpose will help you choose examples and write your thesis.
Step3
Think about your audience. How do you think members of the audience feel about the generalization that you are discussing?
Step4
Make a list of examples related to your generalization. Initially list all examples that you can think of-you will narrow them down later. Include anecdotes (short stories), facts, statistics and any other types of examples.
Step5
Choose examples from the list that are relevant to your purpose. Make sure that all of the ones that you choose support the generalization. Obviously, you do not want to choose ones that contradict your purpose.
Step6
Write a thesis statement. The thesis statement should state the generalization that you are exemplifying and make it clear that you are attempting to support it with examples.
Step7
Write an introduction that lets your reader know what to expect from your essay and states the thesis.
Step8
Write a well-developed body that supports the thesis. The body should fully support the generalization. Each paragraph should directly relate to the thesis.
Step9
Arrange your examples logically. It may be important to categorize examples if you have a lot of them so that you don t confuse your reader.
Step10
Use transition words and phrases to guide readers through your essay.
Step11
Write a conclusion that sums up the essay’s main points and restates the thesis. Remember to make it clear in the conclusion what you want readers to take away with them.
Outline
I. Introduction
a. Hook/or lead in that introduces the topic
b. Thesis statement –Introduce your point and list the three supporting details in parallel structure.
II.
B
ody paragraph 1
a. Topic sentence must clearly state the first reason from your thesis statement.
1. Example 1 – explain with sufficient detail
A.
B.
2. Example 2 – explain with sufficient detail
A.
B.
III. Body paragraph 2
a. Topic sentence must clearly state the first reason from your thesis statement.
1. Example 1 – explain with sufficient detail
A.
B.
2. Example 2 – explain with sufficient detail
A.
B
IV. Body paragraph 3
a. Topic sentence must clearly state the third reason from your thesis statement.
1. Example 1 – explain with sufficient detail
A.
B.
2. Example 2 – explain with sufficient detail
A.
B
A.
A
V. Conclusion
b. Sum up the essay. Do not include any new information.
c. Restatement of your thesis
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General Rubric |
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Criteria |
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Introduction |
Hook/lead-in introduces the topic and is well-developed, creative, and interesting- and is between 100-125 wods |
Hook/lead-in introduces the topic, is somewhat developed and adequate in length – 100 words |
Hook/lead-in does not adequately introduce the topic or makes an announcement, and is between 75 and 100 words |
Hook/lead-in does not adequately introduce the topic, or is not evident, or is less than 75 words or more than 125 words |
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Thesis |
Thesis is the last sentence of the introduction, makes a point about the prompt, and sets up organization of the three body paragraphs with parallel structure. |
Thesis statement is the last sentence of the paragraph; it makes a point about the prompt, but does not set up organization of the body paragraphs, or it is not parallel. |
Thesis is not the last sentence of the paragraph; however, it makes a point about the prompt, and may or may not set up the organization of the essay, and may or may not be parallel. |
Thesis makes an announcement, or there is no evident thesis statement. |
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First body paragraph |
First body paragraph relates to the first point in thesis. This point is supported with relevant details. Details are richly developed with specific examples and/or reasons. Transitions are used appropriately. Between 100-125 words. |
First body paragraph relates to the first point in the thesis and is supported with relevant details. However, the details are not fully developed. Transitions are mostly used appropriately. No less than 100 words |
First body paragraph does not relate to a point in the thesis; however, it is sufficiently supported by details OR point from thesis is evident but paragraph goes off topic or is not adequately supported. Between 75-100 words |
First body paragraph does not relate to thesis, and it does not have adequate development. Less than 75 or more than 125 words |
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Second body paragraph |
Second body paragraph relates to the second point in thesis. This point is supported with relevant details. Details are richly developed with specific examples and/or reasons. Transitions are used appropriately. |
Second body paragraph relates to second point in the thesis and is supported with relevant details. However, details are not fully developed. Transitions are mostly used appropriately. No less than 100 words. |
Second body paragraph does not relate to a point in the thesis; however, it is sufficiently supported by details OR point from thesis is evident but paragraph goes off topic or is not adequately supported. Between 75-100 words |
Second body paragraph does not relate to thesis, and it does not have adequate development. Less than 75 words or more than 125 words |
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Third Body paragraph |
Third body paragraph relates to third point in thesis. This point is supported with relevant details. Details are richly developed with specific examples and/or reasons. Transitions are used appropriately. Between 100-125 words |
Third body paragraph relates to third point in the thesis and is supported with relevant details. Details are not fully developed. Transitions are mostly used appropriately. No less than 100 words |
Third body paragraph does not relate to a point in the thesis; however, it is sufficiently supported by details OR point from thesis is evident but paragraph goes off topic or is not adequately supported. Between 75-100 words |
Third body paragraph does not relate to thesis, and it does not have adequate development. Less than 75 words or more than 125 words |
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Conclusion |
Provides essay with a true sense of closure. The thesis is restated (not verbatim) and supporting points are summarized. Between 100-125 words |
Essay is concluded but the point of the essay is not restated. Conclusion is at least 100 words |
Essay is summed up, but new information is included or conclusion resembles the introduction too closely. Conclusion between 75-100 words |
No conclusion paragraph or less than 75 words or more than 125 words |
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Organization |
The essay follows the organizational pattern set by the thesis. One idea follows another in a logical sequence. Transitions are used and are appropriate. Paragraphs are logically organized and stay on topic |
The essay mostly follows the organizational pattern set by thesis. One idea follows another in a logical sequence. When used, most transitions are used appropriately. Paragraphs may go off topic. |
The essay is somewhat organized but does not follow the organizational pattern set by thesis. When used, transitions are sometimes unclear. Paragraphs may go off topic. |
The essay is disorganized and confusing. Transitions are used inappropriately. |
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Sentence fluency |
Sentences are clear, complete, and of varying lengths. No or minimal errors such as fragments, comma-splices, fused sentences, or subject verb agreement errors. |
Sentences are clear and of varying lengths. Minimal errors in sentence construction do not interfere with writer’s ability to communicate. |
Minimal variation in sentence structure. Sentences are often awkward, and/or contain run-ons and fragments, and subject verb agreement errors. |
Persistent and pervasive run-ons, fragments and awkward phrasings make the essay hard to read. |
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Grammar and Mechanics |
Errors in grammar, spelling, capitalization, and/or punctuation are few and insignificant and do not detract from the overall quality of the essay. |
Occasional errors in grammar, spelling, capitalization, and/or punctuation, which may detract from the overall quality of the essay. |
Errors in grammar, spelling, capitalization, and/or punctuation detract from the meaning and quality of the essay. |
Essay demonstrates little command of grammar, spelling, capitalization and/or punctuation and contains too many errors; these detract from the meaning and quality of the essay. |
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Presentation |
Essay has a heading that follows MLA formatting. It is double spaced and 12- point font has been used. The title is centered on the page. Paragraphs are appropriately indented. Essay has been saved with lastname_title and saved as either a word document or in rich text format |
Essay has a heading, but it is missing one of the components. Title is centered, essay is double spaced and paragraphs are indented; 12-point font has been used; essay has not been saved correctly or is not in the correct file format. |
Essay does not have appropriate heading; there is no title, or the title is not centered; essay is not correctly double spaced; or 12-point font was not used; essay is not saved correctly, or in the correct file format |
Formatting does not conform to required MLA. |
Grading scale 40 = 100
37-39 = 95
33-36 = 90
30-32 = 85
27-29 = 80
24-26 = 75
20-23 = 70
17-19 = 65
14-16 = 60
12-15 = 55
Outline
I. Introduction
a. Hook/or lead in that introduces the topic
b. Thesis statement –Introduce your point and list the three supporting details in parallel structure.
II.
B
ody paragraph 1
a. Topic sentence must clearly state the first reason from your thesis statement.
1. Example 1 – explain with sufficient detail
A.
B.
2. Example 2 – explain with sufficient detail
A.
B.
III. Body paragraph 2
a. Topic sentence must clearly state the first reason from your thesis statement.
1. Example 1 – explain with sufficient detail
A.
B.
2. Example 2 – explain with sufficient detail
A.
B
IV. Body paragraph 3
a. Topic sentence must clearly state the third reason from your thesis statement.
1. Example 1 – explain with sufficient detail
A.
B.
2. Example 2 – explain with sufficient detail
A.
B
A.
A
V. Conclusion
b. Sum up the essay. Do not include any new information.
c. Restatement of your thesis
Instructions.
For this week, students are only completing the outline. The following directions are about the five-paragraph essay itself. The essay should be written in third person.
Make sure to write a strong introduction which ends with the thesis statement that sets up the pattern of organization of the essay. The thesis statement must be three-pronged and parallel. Review parallelism if you need to, and go back and review the video on writing a thesis if necessary. It is expected that for this essay the thesis statement is written correctly. Remember, the thesis must be the last sentence in the introduction.
You should have three good body paragraphs. Each paragraph must have a clear topic sentence that introduces one point from the thesis. Each body paragraph should be about one trait. Remember to use adequate and relevant support.
End with a strong conclusion that ties it all together and restates your thesis using different words.
Review my comments on your first essay to make sure you are making appropriate revisions.
Topic: What makes a person admirable?
You will be reading several selections about people whose lives have had a positive impact on society, and who are admired by many people. As you read think about what traits these individuals might have in common. What makes them admirable, in your opinion? Give some thought to what each individual has done, what makes him/her admirable. Based upon what you have read and what you personally believe, you are going to be writing an essay about what makes a person admirable.
Your essay will focus on three character traits that you feel admirable people have in common. Your thesis needs to clearly tell the reader what the three traits are that you will be describing. I expect you to use examples from the readings to help make your point. For instance, if one of the traits you decide to describe is courage, as one of your supporting details, you could use an example from Nelson Mandela’s life, showing how he exemplified courage.
Begin with a good introduction, which gives the reader some background information and clearly and logically leads to the thesis. The introduction must end with your three-pronged thesis statement, which states the point and lists the three traits you will be discussing. Remember to keep the sentence short and to the point.
You should have three well-developed body paragraphs that clearly and logically describe each of the traits and why these are what make someone admirable. Use what you learned about each of these individuals to help you make your point.
Your conclusion should sum up the essay, restating your thesis ( in different words).
Avoid second person pronouns ( you or your pronouns).
Edit for sentence clarity and coherence.
Support must be relevant and adequate. If you need to, go back to the lesson on writing an essay to review. You also have review material available in this lesson.
Parallel thesis. Topic sentences for each paragraph. Good support or examples for your reasons. You should be writing approximately 500-600 words for this essay. Remember that paragraphs also have minimum and maximum word counts!!
Please submit only the the outline this week.
Helpful links
https://myhero.com/M_Gandhi_lyon_france_06
https://www.biography.com/activist/malala-yousafzai
https://www.afb.org/about-afb/history/helen-keller/biography-and-chronology/biography
https://www.nelsonmandela.org/content/page/biography
https://community.vanguardngr.com/profiles/blogs/7-rules-of-college-level-writing
