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What makes a good coherent paragraph? Well, a lot of things are involved in a coherent and engaging paragraph (I understand you are answering a question, but I don't like how coherent occurs in two straight sentences - RS); sentence structure, word choice, specificity of thought, organization, clarity of expression, consistency of style, and many other aspects. But, (remove that comma)the core element, the central factor that produces a coherent paragraph (consider adding comma here) is the effective use of topic and thematic strings. (You could also consider rewording that sentence instead, with something like "However, the core element in producing a coherent paragraph..." and continue with what you had after that).These strings are the veins that run the life line through the paragraph construction. It is these veins that one follows, a guide through the paragraph body, and it is through these veins that one can tap into and truly engage with the inner content of that body. Without consistent strings a reader becomes lost or disinterested. They are crucial to the construct of a well formed coherent paragraph. As a rule: I like these examples as well. This paragraph makes your audience be anyone out there reading the essay, not only class members.-LB
Good job! Bravo.

“A paragraph will be easier to follow and more engaging with consistent topic and thematic strings.”

Some simple advice to follow regarding this rule:
  1. Be consistent with your strings. Do not begin with one topic and change to another midway through the paragraph.
  2. Clearly establish topics and keep a consistent point of view. Consistent point of view helps guide the reader.
  3. Clearly establish themes with related words. Consistent themes add further stability and unity to a paragraph.
  4. Strings should develop as paragraph progresses: the information should go from familiar to new.
The topic as a foundation The topic of a paragraph gives the reader a stable footing to stand on as they gather the information which the writer is offering them. The reader depends on the topic for her bearings. They rely on the topic to lead them and in essence trust that the topic will see them through. Therefore the topic must stay consistent, fulfill its function, and deliver what it promises. It is common in a rough draft, or free write, to begin a paragraph with an initial perspective, a central topic, and then to deviate from this through a string of thoughts ending on completely different ground. The writer must pay attention to this tendency. As you develop your thoughts remember to check your paragraphs for consistent topics. If your topic sentence introduces poverty, be sure that the rest of your information is hinged on this topic. Expound upon and describe your ideas, but never delineate from your central topic. This would be like a house shifting off of its foundation, not a good thing. This is a good complete explaination about why paragraphs are important-Liz Brose

The topic as a guide A reader approaches a piece of writing with a need. She doesn’t know where she is going until she begins. And once she begins, she needs to be guided. In a well crafted coherent paragraph, the reader will quickly become aware of the topic and will get a sense of where she is going. She will be secure in the clarity of her guide and the illumination of the path before her.

Themes as buttresses
WHAT is a Buttresses????

Strings that unravel, Strings that direct, and Strings with purpose



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RySieg Good 0 Feb 18 2009, 12:36 PM EST by RySieg
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It looks good so far. I left one comment about your opening sentences, but I am not sure if I totally believe in it. It's just something for you to think about. Get some quotes from the texts in there. Great start.
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ebrose1182 Revision 0 Feb 18 2009, 11:25 AM EST by ebrose1182
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I think you have a lot of good ideas you just need to expand your other themes and give some examples from the reading. Don't forget examples from the readings.
Good Luck
Liz
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ksiskonen editing 0 Feb 18 2009, 11:17 AM EST by ksiskonen
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First I want to say that I have Safari and it doesn't let me use some of the editing tools or change the color of the words to make it show up better, so I put my comments in parentheses.
You definitely have a good start here. Most of what I'm going to mention is stuff you probably already know. You need to add more of a connection from your rule to the books, and explain how and why you came up with it (incorporate the rule or rule(s) that went into creating yours). It is also a good idea to use "I" sometimes, since this paper is reflective of the rule creating process and making connections with the books. Examples of your rule will also help the reader understand it better. Good work so far!
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