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Patterns for College Writing Chapter 8 - Coggle Diagram
Patterns for College Writing Chapter 8
Using Exemplification
Exemplification uses one or more particular cases or examples to illustrate or explain a general point or an abstract concept.
exemplification is displayed in more places than just writing
points are better supported when specific examples are used
exemplification is used in every kind of writing to
explain and clarify
they are used to be certain that the audience knows exactly what is being said
readers will better know what you are trying to say
add interest
they also use exemplification to add interest
choose examples that are actually interesting and pertinent
think like the reader to test
persuade
they are also an effective tool for persuasion
examples can provide effective support for otherwise unconvincing general statements
be specific
Planning an Exemplification Essay
Developing a Thesis Statement
the thesis statement of an essay will be supported with examples
supporting examples provide credibility to an essay
Providing Enough Examples
no rule exists to say how many examples are necessary
the required number depends on the thesis
sometimes statistical studies are necessary to support the point
Choosing a Fair Range of Examples
the range of examples is just as important as choosing the appropriate number
choose a cross section of examples to represent the full range of the topic
if no examples are present then reexamine the thesis
Using Transitions
use transitional words and phrases to introduce the examples
these help readers to see the connection between the example and the general statement it is illustrating
Structuring an Exemplification Essay
they usually begin with introductions that include thesis statements
each successive body paragraph may develop the original examples
the conclusion reinforces the essay's main idea
beginning the essay with an example might simulate the reader's attention and curiosity
examples should be arranged effectively
develop examples fully in separate paragraphs to eliminate choppiness
examples can be arranged
chronologically
increasing in complexity
in order of importance
Revising an Exemplification Essay
checklist
Does your assignment call for exemplification?
Does your essay have a clear thesis statement that identifies the point you will illustrate?
Do your examples explain and clarify your thesis statement?
Have you provided enough examples?
Have you used a range of examples?
Are your examples persuasive?
Do your examples add interest?
Have you used transitional words and phrases
Editing an Exemplification Essay
using commas
in a series of examples
don't use one after the final element in a series
don't use it the examples are separated by coordinating conjunctions
separate 3 or more examples with commas
checklist
Have you used commas to separate three or more items in a series?
Have you made sure not to use a comma after the last element in a series?
Have you made sure not to use a comma in a series with items separated by coordinating conjunctions?
Are all the elements in a series stated in parallel terms?
Points for special attention
Organization
Exemplification is ideally suited for letters of application
divide examples into paragraphs here
Persuasive Examples
examples should convey specific information
don't be vague