Example Essay

Essay by Example

For instance… • Extended example • Series of examples

Structure • Examine topic in depth – Start with generalization and develop it with examples

OR – Start with examples and lead to generalization

Examples • Necessary for effective writing – They make ideas more understandable

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Relevant to the generalization Real Hypothetical Anecdotal Descriptive Research based Detailed – Capture some aspects of the generalization

Thesis

Due Dates • • • •

Rough Draft 1 – Fri, 10/31 Rough Draft 2 – Fri, Nov 7 Rough Draft 3 - Thurs, Nov 14 Selected rough draft for editing and revising – Wednesday, Nov 19 • Final Example Essay – Tuesday, Nov 25