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Essay Writing ‘L’S G on with It’ Essay Writing ‘L’s g on with it’ 02 A BRIEF DEVELOPMENT OF THE TOPIC What is This may include all or some of the following: ESSAY WRITING? a definition the importance of the topic explanation of main theories A piece of writing on a references to research findings topic which presents the a thesis statement writer’s point of view in an organised way. 03 A STATEMENT OF SCOPE AND PLAN This is where you tell the reader the main points you will be raising and the order of discussion of these points. To write in an organised way, you must plan your essay. The order of discussion of your main points should An academic essay consists of : be determined by the emphasis you wish to place on them [main points]. 01 Introduction 02 Main Body 03` Conclusion 02 MAIN BODY 04 References/Bibliography This is where you discuss the main points mentioned in your introduction in the same order given in the introduction. For further information see the Assignment Writing Study Guide What is a THESIS Let’s consider the following STATEMENT? topic: Waisele Serevi is a great rugby player and a role model for the people of Fiji. Discuss. A thesis statement is 01 INTRODUCTION a statement of opinion which shows the specific This has 3 stages which collectively set the tone of your essay. position that you are taking and that you need to defend 01 ORIENTATION TO THE TOPIC throughout your essay with evidence. This is where you create the reader’s interest in your topic. Essay Writing 1 of 5 Steps you can take to construct a thesis statement: Sample Answers 01 I am writing about state the topic of your essay, and I am going to argue/show/ 01 The friendly atmosphere, extraordinary environment prove write the focus of your essay. and the favourable weather makes Tokelau an excellent tourist destination. For example: I am writing about Waisele Serevi and I am 02 The Student Learning Support assists students in various going to show how his seemingly unequaled ways: tutorial support, workshops and peer mentoring. greatness as a rugby player is balanced by his reputation as a role model for the peo- ple of Fiji. 02 Refi ne the sentence so that it is consis- tent with your style. A Sample Introduction For example: Serevi’s international reputation seems un- Waisale Serevi is regarded as the Orientation surpassable; however, this essay maintains greatest rugby sevens player of all that his international reputation is easily to topic matched by his local image. time and a role model for the people of Fiji. As a professional rugby play- Brief er, he has successfully represented development Fiji in all the major international of topic rugby tournaments: Hong Kong Sev- ens, Rugby World Cup, and the Rugby World Cup Sevens. As a citizen of Fiji, Activity he is hailed as a role model for he Revise the following thesis statements is not only a staunch Christian, but a to include a claim that can be devel- oped in an essay: dedicated family man, and a convinc- ing ambassador for local institutions and for his country. Serevi’s interna- tional reputation seems unsurpass- 01 Tokelau is an excellent tourist destination. able; however, this essay maintains Thesis Statement that his international reputation is easily matched by his local image. Evidence of Serevi’s greatness as a professional rugby player will be pre- Statement sented in the fi rst part of this essay. of scope & In the second part, a detailed discus- plan sion of his attributes as a role model 02 Student Learning Support (SLS) contributes to learn- will be given. ing and teaching at USP. Essay Writing 2 of 5 Sample Thesis Statement 02 The Student Learning Support assists students in Serevi’s international reputation seems unsurpass- various ways: tutorial support, workshops and peer able; however, this essay maintains that his inter- mentoring. national reputation is easily matched by his local image. Paragraph 1: SLS offers tutorial support through its Drop-In Centre. Main Supporting Ideas to be Expected in the Essay: Paragraph 2: 01 EVIDENCE OF SEREVI’S GREATNESS AS A RUGBY Paragraph 3: PLAYER Paragraph 1 — Hong Kong tournaments–mention the years he participated and his achievements (titles, awards, etc) there Sample Answers Paragraph 2 — Rugby World Sevens–mention how many times he participated and what his achievements were. 01 Paragraph 2: Elaborate on the attractive features of 02 DISCUSSION OF HIS ATTRIBUTES AS A ROLE the environment. (clean? beaches?) MODEL Paragraph 3: Illustrate the positive aspects of the Paragraph 3 — Serevi the Christian (Is this shown in what weather in Tokelau. he does and where he goes? Evidence? How does this boost his local reputation as a role model?) 02 Paragraph 2: Explain the nature of workshops provided by SLS. Paragraph 4 - Serevi the family man (How is he a good Paragraph 3: Explain the peer mentoring program. family man? Evidence? Does this help his local image as a role model?) Paragraph 5 — Serevi the ambassador (Who or what does he represent locally and abroad? How does this help his Refer below for more information local image as a role model?) on paragraphs Activity What is a PARAGRAPH? Examine the following thesis state ments and predict the main supporting ideas you would ex- A paragraph is a group of sen- pect to fi nd in the essay and the order in which they might be in- tences about one particular point or troduced. idea. It should contain a topic sen- (Adapted from Meyers 2005). tence which expresses the main idea of the paragraph. This fi rst sentence should fl ow 01 The friendly atmosphere, extraordinary environment on from the previous paragraph. The rest and the favourable weather makes Tokelau an excellent tourist destination. of the paragraph should contain further relevant information and examples that Paragraph 1: support the main idea. (Dickson College The people of Tokelau are known for their friendli- ness. n.d). Remember, high marks are awarded to essays that are original, by using relevant Paragraph 2: and local examples. Paragraph 3: Essay Writing 3 of 5 03 CONCLUSION Activity The conclusion summarises the main points of your argument by stating how the essay has proven that 01 Identify the different parts (i.e. topic sentence, ex- Serevi as the local idol is just as big as Serevi the amples, evidence, links, in-text reference) of the fol- international rugby star. You can also re-emphasize your lowing paragraph about Waisele Serevi. thesis statement here. Waisale Serevi’s rugby sevens career and fame began with the ‘Hong Kong Sevens’ Tournaments. He earned Dont the title of ‘Player of the Tournament’ when he made his debut in 1989 - a title he won again in 1990 and L include new information. 1998. Furthermore, Serevi was instrumental in Fiji’s three consecutive wins (a fi rst time ever in the history L include a minor point. of ‘Hong Kong Sevens’) from 1990 to 1992. In addi- tion, Serevi was identifi ed as the ‘top scorer’ in 1996, end with a long quotation. the year that he captained the Fiji Team. In 1997, L when the ‘Hong Kong Sevens’ doubled as the ‘Rugby repeat your introduction. Sevens World Cup’, top scorer Serevi captained the L winning team and returned with the ‘Melrose Cup’ as make sweeping statements your evidence cannot he had promised to the people of Fiji. (Wikipedia, the L Free Encyclopedia n.d). support. (Williamson 2003) 02 Based on your knowledge of a good paragraph, de- velop the following point. Waisele Serevi was instrumental in Fiji’s success during Sample Conclusion the World Cup Sevens Tournament. To conclude, Waisele Serevi has an outstanding list of sevens rugby achievements. Apart from winning the ‘Player of the Tournament‘ awards on several occasions, he has also earned the title of ‘Top Scor- er’ and, unoffi cially, the ‘playmaker’. In addition Sample Answer to his success in the international rugby scene, the essay has shown that he is also an important role model for the people of Fiji. His life refl ects that Topic 01 Waisele Serevi’s rugby career of a staunch Christian, a devoted husband and a sentence and fame began with the ‘Hong Kong loving father. Evidence has also shown that Serevi Sevens’ Tournaments. He earned the is a ‘people’ person and represents every class and race of Fiji. Therefore, Serevi’s image to the peo- title of ‘Player of the Tournament’ when Evidence of ple of Fiji is as prominent as his reputation as the extraordinary he made his debut in 1989 - a title he won ‘Greatest Sevens Player’ of all time. achievements again in 1990 and 1998. Furthermore, in Hong Kong Serevi was instrumental in Fiji’s three consecutive wins (a fi rst time ever in the history of ‘Hong Kong Sevens’) from 1990 04 BIBLIOGRAPHY Transition to 1992. In addition, Serevi was identi- fi ed as the ‘top scorer’ in 1996, the year that he captained the Fiji Team. In 1997, For further information see the when the ‘Hong Kong Sevens’ doubled Using References Study Guide as the ‘Rugby Sevens World Cup’, top scorer Serevi captained the winning team and returned with the ‘Melrose Cup’ as he had promised to the people of Fiji. When you write your bibliography, be sure to check In-text what referencing style your department requires. referencing (Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia n.d). Also, remember that you are required to do both in- text referencing as well as the Reference/Bibliography section at the end. Essay Writing 4 of 5 ESSAY CHECKLIST: 01 INTRODUCTION/CONCLUSION Is my point of view on the topic clearly stated in the introduction? Does my introduction say what I will be doing and how? Does my conclusion summarise my main points and
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