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Question 1: Read learning units 2,3 and 4
1.1. Mention the three parts of essay writing and discuss the purpose each part serves in writing
a well-structured essay.
A well-structured essay, as outlined in the study guide, is composed of three standard parts. Each
part serves a distinct and crucial purpose in creating a coherent and effective piece of academic
writing.
1. The Introduction
The introductory paragraph is the opening of the essay. Its primary purpose is to engage the reader
and clearly establish the subject and direction of the entire essay. The introduction serves two
important functions:
It catches the reader's attention and creates interest in the topic, encouraging them to continue
reading.
It tells the reader what the rest of the essay will be about by presenting the main idea or
argument. This is typically achieved through a thesis statement, which is the central argument
that the rest of the essay will support and develop. (EST1501, Study Guide. Page 105;
109-110)
2. The Body
The body of the essay consists of several paragraphs that develop and support the main idea
presented in the introduction. Its primary purpose is to present the detailed evidence, arguments, and
analysis that prove the thesis statement.
Each paragraph in the body should contain a topic sentence that introduces the main point of
that specific paragraph.
These paragraphs should also contain several supporting sentences that relate to the topic
sentence, providing relevant details, facts, or examples (EST1501, Study Guide. Page 107).
To ensure a feeling of unity and coherence, the paragraphs in the body should be linked
together using transitional devices (words and phrases) that show the relationship between
ideas (EST1501, Study Guide. Page 107).
3. The Conclusion
The conclusion is the final part of the essay. Its primary purpose is to bring the essay to a satisfying
and logical end by summarizing the discussion and reinforcing the main argument.
The conclusion summarizes and ties together the ideas presented in the essay, providing a sense
of closure for the reader.
It also shows that the piece of writing has been completed, leaving the reader with a final,
cohesive understanding of the essay's argument. (EST1501, Study Guide. Page 108)
Question 1: Read learning units 2,3 and 4
1.1. Mention the three parts of essay writing and discuss the purpose each part serves in writing
a well-structured essay.
A well-structured essay, as outlined in the study guide, is composed of three standard parts. Each
part serves a distinct and crucial purpose in creating a coherent and effective piece of academic
writing.
1. The Introduction
The introductory paragraph is the opening of the essay. Its primary purpose is to engage the reader
and clearly establish the subject and direction of the entire essay. The introduction serves two
important functions:
It catches the reader's attention and creates interest in the topic, encouraging them to continue
reading.
It tells the reader what the rest of the essay will be about by presenting the main idea or
argument. This is typically achieved through a thesis statement, which is the central argument
that the rest of the essay will support and develop. (EST1501, Study Guide. Page 105;
109-110)
2. The Body
The body of the essay consists of several paragraphs that develop and support the main idea
presented in the introduction. Its primary purpose is to present the detailed evidence, arguments, and
analysis that prove the thesis statement.
Each paragraph in the body should contain a topic sentence that introduces the main point of
that specific paragraph.
These paragraphs should also contain several supporting sentences that relate to the topic
sentence, providing relevant details, facts, or examples (EST1501, Study Guide. Page 107).
To ensure a feeling of unity and coherence, the paragraphs in the body should be linked
together using transitional devices (words and phrases) that show the relationship between
ideas (EST1501, Study Guide. Page 107).
3. The Conclusion
The conclusion is the final part of the essay. Its primary purpose is to bring the essay to a satisfying
and logical end by summarizing the discussion and reinforcing the main argument.
The conclusion summarizes and ties together the ideas presented in the essay, providing a sense
of closure for the reader.
It also shows that the piece of writing has been completed, leaving the reader with a final,
cohesive understanding of the essay's argument. (EST1501, Study Guide. Page 108)
