Week 9(1)

Today is about problem solution essay...
Alhandulillah we meet again....maybe this is the last entry,,,maybe...because i feel so tired to update my blog....hehe

Here is how to write a problem solution essay...


)  Identifying the problem.
-      It is very important that understand the nature of the problem and then define it to the best of your
       ability.
2)  Researching.
-      Once you have understood the nature and extend of the problem, it s advisable that you carry out some
        research on the issue related on the problem and it is good idea to keep a journal to write research
        findings. They will be useful when you want to start writing your draft later.

3)  Solving the problem.
-      Once you have clear understanding of the nature of the problem and its cause, you can then start
       thinking of possible ways to solve the problem. Present rational and logical argument when suggesting
      solutions to these issue to ensure you suggestion are justified.
4)  Developing an outline.
-      Follows the steps below to develop an outline foe a solving-problem essay:

                              i.   Define the nature of the problem.
                             ii.   Explain what caused that problem to occur.
                            iii.   Explain the extent of the problem.
                            iv.   Explain why it is an issue that needs to be solved.
                              v.   Offer solution to the problem.

Thats all....BYEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

Week 8(3)

How to find a main idea in a paragraph??...we will learn it now...

To figure out the main idea, ask yourself this question: What is being said about the person, thing, or idea (the topic)?

The author can locate the main idea in different places within a paragraph. The main idea is usually a sentence, and it is usually the first sentence. The writer then uses the rest of the paragraph to support the main idea.

Let's use the paragraph below as an example. First find the topic, then look for the main idea.

Summer is a wonderful time to spend at West Beach. It is a beach with light- colored, soft sand. The coastline goes on for a long way and many people enjoy walking along it. Children like to play in the surf and walk along the rocks that are visible at low tide. This is a fun beach for people of all ages.

In this paragraph:   
THE TOPIC IS WEST BEACH
THE MAIN IDEA (WHAT THE WRITER IS SAYING ABOUT THE TOPIC) IS THAT SUMMER IS A WONDERFUL TIME AT WEST BEACH

Here is another example: 
The movie Apollo 13 was a blockbuster for the summer of 1995. It is an exciting story about space exploration. In the movie, the astronauts get in trouble while they are trying to return to Earth. People in the audience are on the edge of their seats waiting to see what happens. What makes it even more exciting is that it is a true story. 
In this paragraph: 
THE TOPIC IS THE MOVIE APOLLO 13
THE MAIN IDEA IS IN THE FIRST SENTENCE: APOLLO 13 WAS A BLOCKBUSTER FOR THE SUMMER OF 1995

Excerpted from:

Study Skills

A Landmark School Student Guide

by Diane Vener,

© 2002 Landmark School, Inc.