Intro Paragraph:
Intro Paragraph:
Topic Sentence: Introduce title and author of the story; you can give an adjective describing the story (i.e. powerful, heartwarming, etc.)
Exs: -The story “Eleven” by Sandra Cisneros relates to all of us.
- Sandra Cisneros writes a touching story titled “Eleven” that teaches us a
valuable life lesson.
- The story “Eleven” by Sandra Cisneros is very heartwarming.
- Sandra Cisneros’ short story “Eleven” teaches us a lesson that is important
for us to remember throughout different stages of our lives.
Brief summary of story – 2-3 sentences
Thesis: State the author’s name and his/her theme
Exs: Cisneros teaches her readers that…….
Through her powerful characters…..
Cisneros teaches us….teaches her readers…..
Cisneros writes a touching story that……
Throughout her story, Cisneros…….
Cisneros sends a message that……..
Body Paragraph 1:
TS: State the main idea of the paragraph or introduce a portion of the story’s plot that relates to the main idea of your paragraph
CD: (1-2 sentences) – Example, quote, character trait (trait must include an example/quote) from story that supports your theme
CM 1: (1-2) sentences – Explain what is happening in the story’s plot at the time your example/quote takes place.
Ex: “At this point in the story……”
CM 2: (1-2) sentences – Explain how your example is important…..how does it PROVE YOUR THEME??
Ex: “This is an important part to the story because….” “This shows that……” “This event supports the story’s theme/message because….”
(Repeat the entire process again for a second example/quote/trait:)
CD:
CM1:
CM2:
CS: Wrap up the paragraph
Body Paragraph 2:
REPEAT THIS PROCESS WITH 2 MORE EXAMPLES FOR BODY PARAGRAPH 2.
*Note: You may break it up differently by writing one paragraph with 2 examples and two paragraphs with one example if you’d like.
Conclusion Paragraph:
In 4-5 sentences, re-state your main points, re-state your thesis, and give your opinion (optional)
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