Analytical Text Responses: Writing the Essay (VCE SSCE English): Flashcards

Contention in essay intro

Overall position/argument; specific, original, addresses topic

Topic sentence location

1st, 2nd or 3rd sentence; states para's main argument

3 steps for body paragraphs

1. Topic sentence 2. Evidence 3. Analysis

Signposting purpose

Outlines key arguments to develop in body paragraphs

Inline quotes method

Integrate into sentence, use quotation marks, keep short

3 elements of conclusion

Restate contention, summarise arguments, final statement

Foreshadowing definition

Warning or indication of a future event in story

Symbolism definition

Objects/images represent wider ideas or abstract qualities

Person to use in analytical essays

Third person; avoid 'I'

Tense for discussing text

Present tense