February 17-20, 2009.ppt

Language Arts Burchette February 17-20, 2009 Language Arts Burchette Problem/ Solution Expository Essay 2-Column Notes– Problem/Solution Expository Essay What is a problem/solution expository essay? 2-Column Notes– Problem/Solution Expository Essay What is a problem/solution expository essay? A Problem/Solution Expository Essay is any essay that starts by identifying a problem (or problems) and then proposes one or more solutions. 2-Column Notes– Problem/Solution Expository Essay What is a problem/solution expository essay? A Problem/Solution Expository Essay is any essay that starts by identifying a problem (or problems) and then proposes one or more solutions. What should be included in a problem/solution essay? 2-Column Notes– Problem/Solution Expository Essay What is a problem/solution expository essay? A Problem/Solution Expository Essay is any essay that starts by identifying a problem (or problems) and then proposes one or more solutions. What should be included in a problem/solution essay? Identification and outline of the problem Your middle section must establish common ground. You’ve addressed the problem, sure, but before anyone will accept your solution, you need to show youve taken the concerns of others to heart. To do so, you’ll need to explain how others view the topic and the concerns of those people when it comes to trying to solve it. Address opposing arguments, and anticipate your audience’s questions and concerns. Establish criteria for a good solution that will appease everyone involved.  2-Column Notes– Problem/Solution Expository Essay What is a problem/solution expository essay? A Problem/Solution Expository Essay is any essay that starts by identifying a problem (or problems) and then proposes one or more solutions. What should be included in a problem/solution essay? Identification and outline of the problem Proposed solution Before you propose your solution, address other alternatives first. Show you’ve put some thought into your soluti