2. The example/illustration essay is the most simple, straightforward essay
form you will encounter.
It is also the one you will always continue
to use in writing your future essays,
because all essays, whether argumentative
or informational, need the support that
good illustrations provide.
3. Exemplification = Providing Examples
Exemplification is writing using specific examples and anecdotes to provide a clear
analysis of your topic.
You can use narratives, anecdotes, and/or facts.
4. Title Body Paragraphs
Explains the essence or the core of the Consider the audience and purpose
essay in a few words or phrases Contain examples that clearly explain
the topic
Introductory Paragraph Contain one controlling idea or
Sparks interest in readers so they will example per paragraph
want to continue reading Contain supporting details for each
Leads into the Thesis and explains example
why the exemplification is important
and merits discussion (without saying Transitions
“I think”) Provide transitional words and
sentences to guide your reader
Thesis through the text
Indicates the topic you will exemplify,
the controlling idea, purpose, and Concluding Paragraph
writing pattern Provides an effective ending to the
Example 1, Example 2, Example 3 in story
Thesis Statement fall in the same
order in the body of the essay