Wednesday, 6 April 2011

Beginning, Middle, and I'm Stuck

   Writers block, the thing that all students fear. For some it seems almost impossible to get a writing piece started. Others just can't seem to pad the middle of their essays to make them long enough or put too much information in. Sometimes the hardest thing is the conclusion. You want to leave the reader with something catchy, but sometimes what you put doesn't sound conclusive enough. Today I'm going to help you through the difficulty of writers block.
   Starting an essay can be the hardest part. To start off think of a catchy thesis statement. Your first sentence should be a general statement, but lead into your main point. If you are having trouble thinking of something try re-reading the assignment, or doing something else for a while. After your thesis statement you should mention what will be said in the different paragraphs in your essay, preferably in order. Take a quick peek at my introduction after reading this post. I'm sure you'll find all of my main points were mentioned briefly in my introduction.
    The middle or body of your writing piece is not as important as the beginning and end, and it is usually much easier to write. If it helps, try to make an outline of what you are going to talk about in each paragraph to get started. The main problem students have with the middle of an essay is getting the proper length. If you are having problems lengthening your essay try adding quotes to prove your point. Another option that should be avoided is adding repetitive sentences, editing margins, and separating complex sentences into two different sentences to use more words. If your essay is too long read through it and delete your worst point.
    When ending an essay you should reiterate all of your main points mentioned in your essay. A conclusion should look fairly similar to an introduction, only instead of putting a thesis statement at the beginning of the paragraph you put it at the end. Do not reuse your actual thesis statement for your last sentence. The last sentence should stay in the readers mind. You want to leave your reader with something that makes them want to read more pieces written by you.
     All writing pieces must have a beginning, middle and, an end. It can be hard to get ideas. All you can do is learn the basics of essay writing and try your best. Catch the readers attention and leave them wanting more. Keep on writing eventually you may write something truly inspiring.

Business
Recently I have been noticing that people outside Canada have started reading this blog. I would just like to say thanks for reading to the people from U.S.A, Singapore and Denmark. I am seven blogs behind.

Doctor Who Quote
A quote from the very first Doctor.
The Doctor: What do you think of that, now, eh? A Viking helmet.
Steven Taylor: Maybe.
The Doctor: What do you mean, "maybe"? What do you think it is, a space helmet for a cow?

1 comment:

  1. Oh Tom - only you would go straight to space cows.
    LOL

    I loved your blog today. I hope there are several young readers who get a chance to read this information and decide to utilize your advice.
    :o)

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