Tips
on Writing Good English composition:
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Composition is one of the
biggest challenges for students.
In this article; I will
outline the best steps in writing a good English composition during examinations.
All compositions usually
follow the same simple and basic structure which is outlined below.
§ Introduction
§ Body
§ Conclusion.
Always begin a
composition with an introduction. The introduction should be
presented in the first paragraph. The first sentence in the first paragraph
should be focused on the single most important idea of the composition. Ensure
that the first paragraph captures the attention of the reader while introducing
what you are going to write in the body.
The body brings
together several paragraphs expanding the main idea of the composition. The
paragraphs in the body should be structured in such a way that they have a
topic sentence which is followed by four or five sentences. At the end of the
paragraph include a concluding sentence summarizing the idea of that paragraph.
To write good paragraph
use P-R-E-P. PREP is acronym for P-point, R-reason, E-example then P-point
again. The first P denotes the idea brought out in the first sentence. The last
P denotes the concluding sentence restating the first sentence slightly
differently to avoid repetition. Below is a small paragraph written by
Joe explaining why his friend Tom went to America.
e.g Tom went to America
to study Computer Science (first P). While in America, he toured many countries
and made a lot of friends. He studied there for four years then came back home. Now he is working for the ministry of Information and Technology.
That is why Tom went to America (last P).
Conclusion: This
is the last paragraph in a composition. It should be short, wrapping up and summarizing
or restating the main idea of the composition. Use different words from those
used in the introduction and body to avoid sounding repetitive. Make sure the
last paragraph is punchy. Leave the reader impressed while satisfied (without
any questions or doubts of what you have written).
Best technique for
writing composition
Use the P-O-W-E-R
technique when writing your composition.
P-O-W-E-R stands
for :
P-plan
O-organize
W-write the introduction, body and conclusion.
E-edit. Check for mistakes
R-revise. You should revise every composition you write. This will involve rereading, looking for errors in sentence construction, grammar, spelling and contradictions.
P-plan
O-organize
W-write the introduction, body and conclusion.
E-edit. Check for mistakes
R-revise. You should revise every composition you write. This will involve rereading, looking for errors in sentence construction, grammar, spelling and contradictions.
