definition段落写作-课件（PPT-精）.ppt

* A definition paragraph: A paragraph in which we explain what a term means . Unit 7 P148 Defining an idea / a term 概念定义 Dog? Panda? A dictionary-based explanation A stipulated explanation a dictionary-based explanation (sample1. what is anthropology?) a stipulated explanation （sample 2. compassion） Define in the way it is defined in a dictionary or encyclopedia object ( lamp\ computer): define by features showing in what specific context the word is used. (can be different to different people) movement\ incident\ concept (market economy\ dementia \power\ love\ human rights): follow the commonly accepted interpretation or judgment organize the paragraph Topic sentence E.G. A tornado is a violent storm with strong winds which move in a circle. the term Class or category the features Sample. Objection seen in the sky or landing on earth that cannot be identified and which are often believed to be vehicles from another planet are called UFOs (unidentified flying objects ) Term: UFO Class: Flying object Features: 1）Unidentified 2) Believed to be from another planet Topic sentence of a definition paragraph includes: 1.The term to be defined 2.The class or category to which a thing belongs 3.The features that make it different from others Exception In a stipulated paragraph, this rule may not always be strictly followed. Samples 1.True love is giving, not taking. 2. Friendship is a plant that must be often watered. 3. In developing countries, human rights first mean the right to a decent life: sufficient food and clothing plus a basic education Sometimes a term can be defined in either of the two ways, and the topic sentence will thus be completely different. (stipulated definition) (dictionary-based definition) Compare the following sentences: Happiness means to be able to help others. Happiness is a feeling of contentment. Supporting details 1.A