Aej Gonzales 'Integration Turns 40'
Aej Gonzales III-C
A. Enumerate & explain briefly some techniques in writing on introductory paragraphs. (Give examples)
1. Historical Review: Some topics are better understood if a brief historical review of the topic is presented to lead into the discussion of the moment from "Integration Turns 40" by Juan Williams in Modern Maturity, April/May, 1994.
The victory brought pure elation and joy. It was May 1954, just days after the Supreme Court's landmark ruling in Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas. At NAACP headquarters in New York the mood was euphoric. Telegrams of congratulations poured in from around the world; reporters and well-wishers crowded the halls.
2. Anecdotal: A little story that leads into the topic …show more content…
He parked his car and wandered into the crowd, toward the auctioneer's singsong chant and wafting smell of barbecued sandwiches. Hours later, Cantlon emerged lugging a $22 beam drill-for constructing post-and-beam barns—and a passion for auctions that has clung like a cocklebur on an old saddle blanket. "It's an addiction," says Cantlon, a financial planner and one of the growing number of auction fanatics for whom Saturdays will never be the same.
3. Declarative: The writer simply states straight out what the topic of his paper is going to be about from "The Tuition Tap" by Tim Lindemuth in K-Stater, February, 1994.
In the College of Veterinary Medicine and Engineering, for example, nearly one-third of the teaching faculty may retire by the year 2004. In the College of Education, more than a third of the professors are 55 years old and older. The largest turnover for a single department is projected to be in geology. More than half of its faculty this year are in the age group that will retire at the millennium, says Ron Downey of K-State's Office of Institutional Research and Analysis. The graying of K-State's faculty is not unique. A Regents' report shows approximately 27 percent of the faculty at the six state universities will retire by the end of this decade, creating a shortage of senior …show more content…
Explain briefly the main parts of an introductory paragraph.
1. The opening statement or question that attracts the reader's attention.
2. The supporting/transitional sentence is one which links the opening to the thesis statement.
3. The thesis statement states the purpose of the essay.
C. What is a lead sentence/lead statement? (Give at least 3)
The beginning of a story is called a "lead". A good beginning "leads" a reader into the story. It makes them want to find out more. It catches their attention, enticing them to continue reading. Skilled writers start their stories with good leads. A good lead adds to your "voice". It helps your reader connect with you. You can communicate a sense of excitement, sadness, mystery, fear, or any other emotion with a good lead.
Examples: 1. Opinion:
“In my opinion, the driving age should be lowered to fourteen. Most teenagers are more responsible than adults give us credit for being. Just because we are teenagers does not mean we are irresponsible and dangerous.”
2. Riddle:
“What textbook has no pages, is miles wide, and smells like a creek? It's been around for millions of years. That's right--Outdoor School.”
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A. Enumerate & explain briefly some techniques in writing on introductory paragraphs. (Give examples)
1. Historical Review: Some topics are better understood if a brief historical review of the topic is presented to lead into the discussion of the moment from "Integration Turns 40" by Juan Williams in Modern Maturity, April/May, 1994.
The victory brought pure elation and joy. It was May 1954, just days after the Supreme Court's landmark ruling in Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas. At NAACP headquarters in New York the mood was euphoric. Telegrams of congratulations poured in from around the world; reporters and well-wishers crowded the halls.
2. Anecdotal: A little story that leads into the topic …show more content…
He parked his car and wandered into the crowd, toward the auctioneer's singsong chant and wafting smell of barbecued sandwiches. Hours later, Cantlon emerged lugging a $22 beam drill-for constructing post-and-beam barns—and a passion for auctions that has clung like a cocklebur on an old saddle blanket. "It's an addiction," says Cantlon, a financial planner and one of the growing number of auction fanatics for whom Saturdays will never be the same.
3. Declarative: The writer simply states straight out what the topic of his paper is going to be about from "The Tuition Tap" by Tim Lindemuth in K-Stater, February, 1994.
In the College of Veterinary Medicine and Engineering, for example, nearly one-third of the teaching faculty may retire by the year 2004. In the College of Education, more than a third of the professors are 55 years old and older. The largest turnover for a single department is projected to be in geology. More than half of its faculty this year are in the age group that will retire at the millennium, says Ron Downey of K-State's Office of Institutional Research and Analysis. The graying of K-State's faculty is not unique. A Regents' report shows approximately 27 percent of the faculty at the six state universities will retire by the end of this decade, creating a shortage of senior …show more content…
Explain briefly the main parts of an introductory paragraph.
1. The opening statement or question that attracts the reader's attention.
2. The supporting/transitional sentence is one which links the opening to the thesis statement.
3. The thesis statement states the purpose of the essay.
C. What is a lead sentence/lead statement? (Give at least 3)
The beginning of a story is called a "lead". A good beginning "leads" a reader into the story. It makes them want to find out more. It catches their attention, enticing them to continue reading. Skilled writers start their stories with good leads. A good lead adds to your "voice". It helps your reader connect with you. You can communicate a sense of excitement, sadness, mystery, fear, or any other emotion with a good lead.
Examples: 1. Opinion:
“In my opinion, the driving age should be lowered to fourteen. Most teenagers are more responsible than adults give us credit for being. Just because we are teenagers does not mean we are irresponsible and dangerous.”
2. Riddle:
“What textbook has no pages, is miles wide, and smells like a creek? It's been around for millions of years. That's right--Outdoor School.”
3.