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ELD Benchmark
Introduction Paragraph
Goals of Introduction Grab the
reader’s attention
Bridge Present sub-
topics; forecast Present thesis;
argument
Step #1 The Hook Begin with a quote, A statistic, A brief anecdote, Opposing view, An analogy, Relevant questions
(not “Have you ever…”)
Step #2 The Bridge Connect hook
to forecast Meaning for
hook Why you
chose it
Step #3 Forecast
Preview subtopics
Brief detailsBody
paragraphs
Step #4 Thesis
ThesisOne sentenceEnd of
paragraphConstant
referral Restate often
Introduction Example
Introduction part 1 Hook
Statistic (about topic) “Only 10 of 2,000
qualified applicants are accepted into the fire academy each year”
Quote (related to topic) Harry S. Truman once
said, “I am the President of the most powerful nation in the world. I take orders from nobody, except photographers.”
Hook- continued Anecdote (story about someone who works in
your topic area) “a day in the life” Put reader in that person’s shoes
“Each day, Susan gets up at 5:00 a.m. After she jogs, feeds the dogs, showers and prepares breakfast, she does the most important thing of the day– she drives to her job at Sunrise Nursing Home. Here, she will be greeted by the people who rely on her for their daily exercise, activity and conversation. . .”
Introductions part 2 Transition (bridge)
“Bridges” or connects the hook to the thesis
Explains or follows-up the hook
Explains importance of statistic
Explains meaning of quote
Explains significance of anecdote
(stat) Only 10 of 2,000 qualified applicants are accepted into the fire academy each year.
(transition) Firefighting is a highly coveted position and honorable field; it takes a person who is both physically and mentally strong to survive in this field.
Transition part 2 State the issue or topic make a statement about its importance or impact on
society
(stat) Only 10 of 2,000 qualified applicants are accepted into the fire academy each year. (transition) Firefighting is a highly coveted position and honorable field; it takes a person who is both physically and mentally strong to survive in this field. (transition 2) Each day, firefighters put their lives on the line for people in need. They rush into burning buildings while others rush out, and we depend on them to be there in our greatest time of need.
Introduction part 3 Thesis Done for you already! Look at your outline
(stat) Only 10 of 2,000 qualified applicants are accepted into the fire academy each year. (transition) Firefighting is a highly coveted position and honorable field; it takes a person who is both physically and mentally strong to survive in this field. (transition 2) Each day, firefighters put their lives on the line for people in need. They rush into burning buildings while others rush out, and we depend on them to be there in our greatest time of need. (thesis)The career of a firefighter is a rewarding and demanding profession that requires many hours of education and certification.
The Senior Project
Body Paragraphs
Goals of Body Paragraphs
Introduce a subtopic
Present supporting details
Analyze details Refer to thesis Transition to next
subtopic
Goal #1 Introduce subtopic
Topic sentence Subject of
paragraph Possible transition
from previous paragraph
Goal #2 Present Details Lead-in and set-up
data Write author/title in
sentence Use data cards
Paraphrase Summary Direct quote
Citations
Goal #3 Analyze details and refer back to thesis
Commentary or analysis
Connects detail (quotes/data) to thesis
Educated opinion
Goal #4 Transition/Conclusion Repeat details and
your analysis as needed
Transition to next paragraph
Or conclude paragraph
Sample Body Paragaph Format
Topic Sentence Lead-in/Set-up then data (citation) Student Analysis Lead-in/Set-up then data (citation) Student Analysis Closing Sentence
Plug in Example
The Senior Project
Conclusion Paragraphs
Goals of Conclusion Paragraph Paraphrase or
restate thesis Review or
summarize main points
Make a final impression on reader
Goal # 1 Thesis Transition from
previous paragraph Do not use “In
conclusion…” Stress importance
of thesis Use different words
Goal # 2 Review Main Points Summarize body
paragraphs Brief, a few
sentences Don’t repeat
introduction
Goal # 3 Final Thoughts Echo the
introduction (anecdote)
Challenge reader Call to action Look to the future Pose questions
Plug in Example