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What is style definition & activities links to writing exercises http://www.write-better-english.com/Write-plain-English.aspx

what is the writing purpose? What is tone in writing (tone of voice)? grammar & writing index http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/index2.htm

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writing in plain English links [] __steps to essay writing__ Step 1 choose topic Step 2 brainstorm Step 3 from your brainstorm create off shoots of topic sentence (s) and supporting examples, then number sequence the sub categories in the order you could write them as paragraphs. ie create an outlineof the essay step 4 write a draft & work on your __hook__ - an opening sentance in your introduction that will grab the readers attention & interest Step 5. type out the draft & use the spelling & grammer check Step 6. use synonyms from the computer so you do not have too many similar words Step 7. read your draft __out aloud__ to check for mistakes and overly long sentances Step 8. Have a friend proof read your draft Step 9. submit, easy!

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__1. The 5 paragraph essay http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/five_par.htm__

the introduction: 1. gives background information 2. presents the topic- the primary subject of the essay 3. includes a thesis statement- the writer's ideas about or position on the topic
 * introduction || paragraph 1- see below ||
 * body || paragraphs 2,3,4- explains & supports the thesis statement, shows your point of view ||
 * conclusion || paragraph 5- summarises the main points & usually offers a suggestion, opinion, or prediction ||

eg a thesis statement can be answered with because Once you have decided is your essay going to be: process (how to), debate/ persuasive (eg editorial), compare & contrast (eg moter bike vs car), Cause & effect essay, or Narrative (a story) then you must decide on the structure. Will it be: Chronological essay: the sequence or steps tacken within years or logical steps priority process essay: from most important to least important points
 * TOPIC || the subject of the essay ||
 * THESIS STATEMENT || the writer's position about the subject/ topic ||
 * TOPIC || mobile phones in school ||
 * THESIS STATEMENT || prohibit mobile phones in school ||
 * different types of essays**


 * follow the links below to view different types of essays **

2. **A Process Essay** eg how to do something, instructions for the most effective means to achieve something. When you write a process essay you need to pay particular attention to your audience. How much knowledge do they have of the topic?

What is the difference between bargain as a noun & a verb?

Have you ever found a bargain?

Have you ever tried to bargain for something? when/ how?

Write down 2 or 3 important points that you must do when bargaining.

What must you not do when bargaining?

Is it common to bargain in Australia?

read the process essay draft essay about bargaining

write an essay about how to save money or budget more on essay writing & conclusions

types of essays: cause & effect http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/composition/cause_effect.htm evaluative http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/composition/review.htm personal http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/composition/personal.htm argumentative http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/composition/argument.htm