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Q3 LESSON 1 Patterns of Written Texts Across Disciplines

This document provides an overview of the structure and components of academic essays. It discusses that essays are formal writings that explain a single subject using the author's own words. Academic essays typically have three parts: an introduction that provides background and a thesis statement, a body with evidence to support the thesis, and a conclusion that restates the thesis and key points. The document also describes different thesis statement structures and the subject-by-subject and point-by-point formats for comparison essays. Transitional words are used to connect ideas between sentences and paragraphs.

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Q3 LESSON 1 Patterns of Written Texts Across Disciplines

This document provides an overview of the structure and components of academic essays. It discusses that essays are formal writings that explain a single subject using the author's own words. Academic essays typically have three parts: an introduction that provides background and a thesis statement, a body with evidence to support the thesis, and a conclusion that restates the thesis and key points. The document also describes different thesis statement structures and the subject-by-subject and point-by-point formats for comparison essays. Transitional words are used to connect ideas between sentences and paragraphs.

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Patterns of Written Texts across Disciplines (Lesson # 1)

ESSAY is a formal piece of writing which is usually short and deals with a single subject. Writing an essay
allows you to understand specific ideas and hones your ability to explain concepts in your own words.
Essays are usually written in a discursive style which enables you to present evidence and arguments to
address a specific issue or inquiry.
An academic essay has three (3) parts:
1. INTRODUCTION- serves as a road map for the reader (Gabelo et al., 2016). It acquaints the
readers of what they are about to learn by providing them with the necessary background about the
subject.
Consists of (4) to five (5) sentences. The first sentence functions as the opening statement which is
followed by two (2) to three (3) additional sentences which give an elaboration of your opening
statement. These sentences should create a connection to the most essential part of your essay which
is the thesis statement.
THESIS STATEMENT serves as the controlling idea of the entire essay. This direction and control
are best attained by parallel structures.
Examples of THESIS STATEMENTS with parallel structures:
 ALL NOUNS
Example: Japanese cars are better that their American counterparts because of their durability,
variety, and comfort.
 VERBS-INFINITIVES TO + BASIC FORM OF VERB
Example: Christmas vacations are my favorite holidays because I love to go shopping around the
stores, decorate the house with Christmas ornaments, and visit my relatives and friends and their
houses. (Note: It is not necessary to repeat on all three occasions.)
 ALL ADJECTIVES
I like to take classes with Prof. Perez; she’s by far more knowledgeable, patient, and dedicated
than all others.
 VERBS WITH PHRASES / SAME VERB TENSE
Example: Last year we had the best vacation ever because we traveled to many places, ate at many
different restaurants and stayed at different hotels every day.

2. BODY- also called the middle section, presents the writer ‘s point of view which is supported
evidence. These facts prove the writer ‘s argument and persuade the reader to accept the writer's
opinion and perspective.
3. CONCLUSION- restates and summarizes the thesis and identifies the key points of the essay which
proved the writer’s position. It may also provide possible implications, suggestions, or
recommendations.
Structure of Comparison and Contrast Essay
1. Subject-by-Subject Format- Also known as the block method. It presents all the facts and
supporting details about one subject in separate paragraphs.
2. Point-by-Point Format- Organize information by discussing each point for both subjects before you
proceed to explain the subsequent point.

Transitional words and phrases connect and relate ideas, sentences, and paragraphs. They assist in the
logical flow of ideas as they signal the relationship between sentences and paragraphs.

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