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Unit 2: Texts and culture
Quick questions on Analytical essay structure (QCE English Unit 2)
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What is introduction?Show answer
- Hook (engaging opening sentence). - Context (text, period, author, situating the question). - Thesis (your answer to the question, in one sentence).
What are body paragraphs?Show answer
- TEEL (Topic, Evidence, Explanation, Link) or PEEL (Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link). - Each paragraph defends one component of the thesis.
What is conclusion?Show answer
- Synthesise rather than restate. - Articulate the implication of the argument. - Avoid introducing new evidence.
What is t/P?Show answer
Open with a sentence that states the paragraph's claim and connects to the thesis.
What is e?Show answer
Quoted textual material with line or page reference.
What is l?Show answer
Return to the thesis; bridge to the next paragraph.
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