Essay TV4 22-23

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Essay Writing

Essay Question 

Discuss the complex relationship between Trevor Noah and his mother in Born a Crime. What role does she play?

1. Where can you find the thesis statement?

1. first sentence of the introduction
2. final sentences of the introduction
3. in your conclusion
4. it doesn't really matter

2. You have to use P.E.E. structure in your body paragraphs. What does this stand for?

1. example - explanation - point
2. explanation - point - example
3. point - example - explanation

3. What kind of register do you need to use in your essay?

1. formal, objective
2. informal, subjective

4. Which of these words is not a synonym of 'emphasize'?

1. highlight
2. stress
3. underline
4. explore

5. Which of these should not be part of the introduction?

1. factual information (author + title)
2. brief summary
3. thesis statement
4. the answer to the thesis statement

Practice: body paragraph

Finish writing the paragraph. Integrate your example and explain the significance.

In the impoverished all-black community of Alexandra, Noah tries to be part of a community he does not belong to, as he navigates through the realities of the hood.

Essay questions

Discuss the complex relationship between Trevor Noah and his mother in Born a Crime. Write an essay analyzing the way Trevor interacts with his mother, commenting on aspects they agree and disagree on. Explain what she taught him and how he uses these lessons throughout the novel.

Write your thesis statement and introduction.

Formulate one or two points.