写作教程第2版课件u5.ppt

English Writing II Unit 5 Objective: Exemplification Part I Warm-up Activities Complete the following sentence, telling us your ideal job in the future, then give your reason (s). I want to be __________________. Reason (s): ____________ ____________ … Part II Exemplification Examples are specific details or instances that serve to illustrate a more general idea or statement. They not only make things clearer but also help to persuade and convince. Organizational Structure Read the following two paragraphs and then try to summarize the different organizational patterns of exemplification. Sample 1 Questions: 1. What is the controlling idea of the paragraph? The first sentence expressed the controlling idea of the paragraph. 2. How many reasons are given to illustrate this idea? Five. Work in groups and discuss the organization of this paragraph and complete the following outline: Topic sentence: Working as a cook at the Venture Inn is the best job I have ever had. Reasons: 1. I have a steady forty-hour workweek, along with a chance for overtime if I want it. 2. I can eat whatever I like, and I get a chance to take steak and sometimes lobster home to my wife. 3. I don’t have any big hassle with my boss; if I have to report late or skip a day now and then, all she asks is that I call her in advance. 4. The pay is very good, averaging close to $200 the weeks that work overtime. 5. The job is seasonal. Sample 2 Questions: 1. What is the controlling idea of the paragraph? The first sentence expressed the controlling idea of the paragraph. 2. How many examples are given to illustrate this idea? Are they effective? Only one, and it is effective, because through this example, readers tend to be convinced that a career can really be ruined in one moment. Summarize the organizational patterns of exemplification 1. Use several facts, examples, details, or reasons to support the con