Writing: Want and Paragraph Topic Sentence

An essay is a group of paragraphs that develops one central idea. The 3 parts of an essay are: 1). Introductory paragraph 2). The body paragraphs 3). The conclusion. The introductory paragraph should introduce the topic, indicate generally how the topic is going to be developed, should be inviting and contains a thesis statement (with a topic andcentral ideas) A thesis statement is the main idea of the whole essay which actually helps us to focus on our essay. Each of the body paragraphs introduce a topic in a sentence (topic sentence). The topic sentence also states an idea or an attitude about the topic (controlling idea). Then we need to write down some supporting details to support the main idea, elaboration to further describe, explain or discuss and construct a concluding sentence. (optional) As for the conclusion, we can just restate the main points, restate the thesis, giving advice, suggestions, make an ending with a proverb or even stating our hopes/wishes

This academic essay framework which is shared below can be applied for SPM English Paper 1, Question 2 of MUET Writing 800/4 or any English Language examination that test your writing skills.

FRAMEWORK FOR ACADEMIC ESSAY/ MUET WRITING 800/4

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