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Prompt and Invention Ideas for the Definition Mixed Modes Essay
We have practiced five essay modes: narrative, descriptive, illustration, compare/contrast, and cause/effect. The mixed modes essay defines a topic by writing each body paragraph in a different mode
Prompt: Choose ONE of the following topics and write a 5-paragraph essay defining the topic:
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1. chivalry
2. love
3. happiness
4. sport
5. fun
6. diversity
Alternate prompt: choose your own topic but check with me
Your purpose may either inform (show your understanding) or persuade (motivate others to accept a point of view). The introduction should contain a one-sentence, three part formal definition of your term; this will be your thesis. You could further develop your introduction by expressing an attitude toward the term or by setting it in a broader context. The body should consist of three different types of 8 sentence body paragraph. The best conclusion will not only restate the thesis, but also add a new idea. Use your annotated readings as models of what to do (and not to do).
Below are some ideas for invention and the types of paragraphs they would fit into.
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Definition GO |
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Thesis |
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Word/Topic |
Group |
Features |
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A menorah/kinara/maypole/straw man/Christmas tree is |
a holiday decoration |
that symbolizes and enacts the values of celebrators. |
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Etymology/Origin/History Paragraph |
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Negation Paragraph (what the topic is NOT) |
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Description Paragraph (describe the topic to create a clear mental picture, if applicable) |
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Process Paragraph (tell the steps in the process or explain how it works, if applicable) |
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Cause/Effect Paragraph (give the causes and/or effects of the topic, if applicable) |
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Narrative Paragraph (tell a story that reveals the essence of the topic, if applicable) |
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Example Paragraph (give 2 examples of the topic and explain why they are important) |
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Compare/Contrast Paragraph |
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Point of Comparison |
Topic being defined |
Similar or Contrasting Topic |
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Idea 1 |
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Idea 2 |
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Conclusion |
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For a 5 paragraph mixed modes definition essay, you will choose any three paragraph modes in order to create your own, personal, definition of your topic.. Obviously this GO is not big enough to write a whole paragraph in the blanks, just key words.
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