Tuesday: Body Paragraphs

Target:  to write a body paragraph that supports your thesis, using a claim and at least two pieces of evidence, along with your commentary.

Here is structure to follow for each of your 3 body paragraphs:

1. Point/claim #1  

FRAME:  "One reason I think that (your thesis) is because _________________"

1. Context for first detail  (who is speaking, what is happening in the story--make it brief)

FRAME: At the beginning of the play, Romeo is in a state of despair because Rosaline doesn't love him back.  He says, "                                 

1. First detail (citation) 

Remember citations look like this:  "this unworthy hand" (I.ii. 23-25).  (act. scene. lines)

1. Commentary (1st sentence) on the diction in that detail.

These lines are important because......       "When Romeo uses the word "      " he shows that he is..."

1. Commentary (2nd sentence) on "so what?" (AKA how does it support my point?)

This is evidence that (your theme) because........

1. Transition/Context for second detail
2. 2nd detail (citation)
3. Commentary-parts one and two
4. Make sure you bring the discussion back to your original point!