Process Topics: Sushi and Origami

Sushi:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bDL8yu34fz0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0r3e2x0gdJg (English Language Version)


Origami:

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jqu4aNbdFp8

Process Paragraph Guidesheet

Process Paragraph Guidesheet

Topic Sentence: ___________________________________________________________________
First,

________________________________________________________________________________________

Why?/How? _______________________________________________________________________________________

Then, ________________________________________________________________________________________

Why?/How? ________________________________________________________________________________________

Next, ________________________________________________________________________________________

Why?/How? ________________________________________________________________________________________

After that, ________________________________________________________________________________________

Why?/How? ________________________________________________________________________________________

Finally, ________________________________________________________________________________________

Why?/How? ________________________________________________________________________________________

Concluding Sentence:_____________________________________________________________________

Writing a Process Paragraph/Essay

A process paragraph (or essay) explains how to do something or describes or explains how something is done. The process should be described in a series of steps that follow a logical time order.

1. Choose a topic that you have some knowledge about. It’s easier to write about something you’ve done many times before.
   
2. Consider your audience. Who are you writing for and what background information does your reader need to follow the steps? Most process writing is written in second person (you). That gives your writing the feel that you are guiding another person through the steps of how to do something.
   
3. Choose a topic that you can handle in a paragraph. You can’t cover how to fix the Canadian health care system in a paragraph or even an essay, but you can mange to cover how to quit smoking or how to change a bicycle tire flat.
   
4. Make sure that your topic sentence clearly states what you are going to explain and also makes a point that indicates your view of your topic.
   E.g., By doing a little research and planning, you can save hundreds or even thousands of dollars on a used car.
   Avoid simply announcing your topic: e.g., This paragraph will explain how to get a deal on a used car.
   
5. Include every step. If you’re explaining how to change the oil in your car and you instruct your readers to remove the plug from the oil pan to drain the oil, don’t forget to tell them to replace it before adding the new oil.
   
6. Present the steps in the correct order. This helps avoid confusion.
   
7. Include all necessary details and steps. At the same time, you’ll have to decide how much detail is sufficient within the limits of a paragraph.
   Reference:  http://rbigausk.disted.camosun.bc.ca/092SP/Unit%201.3%20Process%20paragraph%20Assignment.pdf
   
   

Quiz: a, an, the

Q1 - ...... apple a day keeps the doctor away

An
The
A

Q2 - Mount Everest is in ....... Himalayas

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Q3 - ....... President of the United States was elected last year

The
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Q4 - We spent a lot of time swimming in ...... sea on holiday

the
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Q5 - London is on ...... River Thames

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Q6 - She did ..... MA in French literature

an
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Q7 - My garden's looking lovely now that ...... daffodils are in flower

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Q8 - It's ...... most expensive hotel in town

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Q9 - .......Mount Everest is in the Himalayas

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Q10 - My mother is allergic to ........ cigarette smoke

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Q11 - An atheist does not believe in ....... God

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Q12 - He never listens to ....... classical music

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Q13 - You can pay that bill at ..... bank

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Q14 - My flat is on ..... second floor

the
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Q15 - It was ...... excellent meal last night

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http://www.usingenglish.com/handouts/216.html

Example of a Descriptive Paragraph

The Sights and Sounds of the Chao Phraya River

     On our trip to Bangkok last year, my friends and I took a boat trip on the Chao Phraya River, which is the principal river of Thailand. This busy river is crowded with river buses, water taxis, fishing boats, and tourist boats. Every day local people use these boats because they are faster than the thousands of cars that overfill Bangkok's busy streets. Our river boat was so crowded that we couldhardly move, yet we seem to fly down the river, enjoying the cool breeze. The scenery along the shore surpirsed me. My mind had a hard time accepting the sight of massive, brand-new skyscrapers and tall modern hotels so near beautiful golden palaces and temples that are more than 200 years old. While the city of Bangkok is loud from the noise of so many cars, the river is actually peaceful in spite of all the boat activity. I will never forget the beautiful red sun setting as we arrived at our final destination. Because of all the things I experienced that day on our trip, I highly recommend that you take a boat trip along the Chao Phraya River.

Vocabulary:

principal - main, most important

crowded - with many people

scenery - view, what can be seen

massive - huge, very big

a skyscraper - very tall building that seems to touch the sky

in spite of - although, regardless of

the destination - the place you are travelling to

TEACHER'S NOTES FOR STUDENTS:

     This is a good example of a descriptive paragraph. When you write your descriptive essays, consider using ADJECTIVES, and words that express EMOTION. A descriptive essay tries to make the reader EXPERIENCE what the writer is describing. 

Activity:

Read and answer these questions:

1. What are the top five adjectives that come to mind when you try to describe a very busy place?

2. Where is the busiest place you have ever been? What other words can you use to decribe that place?

Compare/Contrast Essay

Writing a Compare/Contrast Essay 
Here is some general information about writing this type of essay:
• A comparison essay notes either similarities.
• A contrast essay notes only differences.
• The comparison or contrast should make a point or serve a purpose. Often such essays do one of the following: Clarify something unknown or not well understood. Lead to a fresh insight or new way of viewing something. Bring one or both of the subjects into sharper focus. Show that one subject is better than the other. 
• The essay can present the subjects and indicate whether they will be compared, contrasted, or both.
• The same points should be discussed for both subjects; it is not necessary, however to give both subjects the same degree of development.
• Some common organizational structures include: (see note below) Block method (subject by subject) Point by point Comparisons followed by contrasts (or the reverse)
• Use detailed topic sentences and the following connecting words to make the relationship between your subjects clear to your reader:

Connectors That Show Comparison (Similarities)
In addition
Correspondingly
Compared to
Similarly
Just as
As well as
Likewise
Same as
At the same time

Connectors That Show Contrast (Differences)
However
On the contrary
On the other hand
Even though
In contrast
Although
Unlike
Conversely
Meanwhile

Reference: SBCC

Writing Practice:

Consider choosing between a pet dog or a pet cat. Think about the similarities of cats and dogs. Think about the differences. Write a short comparison/contrast paragraph. Use the vocabulary given above when writing your paragraph.

Timed writing:

Other topics for Comparison/Contrast essays:

1. Books vs. Movies

2. Living in the City/Living in the Province (Inaka)

3. Strawberries vs Apples

4. Email vs SMS

5. High School vs College

Timed Writing: 

Class printouts will be from Get Your Message Across, p. 74-79.