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National University of Engineering
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English II
Unit III: Description
Teacher: Zela Lopez Martinez
Date: October 25 Th to October 29 Th, 2021
Presentation # 15
OBJECTIVES:
1. To recognize the structure of the conclusion function, in readings related to their

specialty, considering it in the structuring of technical instructions and reports.
2. To use rhetorical function of conclusion in the writing of technical instructions and

reports.
3. To assume an objective attitude in the improvement of their abilities related to the

rhetorical function of conclusion, at the time of writing reports and technical instructions
necessary for their performance.
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Writing a paragraph
A paragraph is a group of sentences related to one topic or developing one single point. A
paragraph may stand independently, that is, it may be a short composition complete in itself,
or it may be a part of a longer composition like an essay or a scientific article.
How do we write a paragraph?
5 Tips for Structuring and Writing Better Paragraphs
1. Make the first sentence of your topic sentence. ...
2. Provide support via the middle sentences. ...
3. Make your last sentence a conclusion or transition. ...
4. Know when to start a new paragraph. ...
5. Use transition words.
Each paragraph should have the following parts:
Topic Sentence
It introduces the main idea of the paragraph, telling

the reader what the paragraph is going to be about. It
also helps you keep your writing under control
narrowing your topic.
Supporting Sentences middle sentences
They are the supporting details that expand the idea

stated in your topic sentence. So, here is where you
give explanations, examples, statistics, etc.
Concluding Sentence or transition sentence
The closing sentence is the last sentence in a

paragraph. It restates the main idea of your paragraph
but gives the reader a sense of closure of the topic. It should succinctly end the paragraph and
transition to the next paragraph, if appropriate.
Besides, there are different types of paragraph that can be identified according the content
they develop. They can be cause-effect, comparative, description: physical, process, function.
Paragraphs, Comparison or contrast etc.
What is its purpose?

The purpose of a paragraph is to express a speaker’s thoughts on a particular point in a clear
way that is unique and specific to that paragraph. In other words, paragraphs shouldn’t be
mixing thoughts or ideas. When a new idea is introduced, generally, a writer will introduce a
new paragraph
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What are the essential characteristics of a good paragraph?
Unity
It is the very bog factor that can make your paragraph

the worst or the best. The reason is quite obvious
because the whole paragraph represents a single sense
or thought. That is why all the sentences should be
dependent on each other. All the sentences should be
related to the main point of the paragraph.
Order
These should be a specific order in between the

sentences. To represent the main idea, all the sentences should follow a specific step by step
order. Students make this mistake in most cases because they start their paragraph very well
but after that they never write their sentences in order. Important things and other things
should be in order.
Content length
I have seen many students who like to write more and more. It is a good habit but excess of
anything is bad. No one likes to read long paragraphs because it wastes so much time. A good
paragraph is that have proper length of the content and that should be to the point.
Coherence
Coherence means relativity between the sentences. All the sentences of paragraph should
relate to each other. If one sentence is telling about something then other sentences must be
related to it. If the paragraph lacks coherence then it will not produce any sense or it will
become senseless.
Binding
It is the best characteristics among all given above as far as I am concern about writing. IF
your writing does not bind your readers then it is of no use. Readers should feel like they
are reading something very interesting. From the starting point to the end point, reader’s
interest should be in the paragraph.
Opening Sentences
Last but not the least is opening sentences. Your opening sentences should like that represent
the main idea of the paragraph. Rest of the sentences should be just explaining what you said
in the opening sentences.
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Watch the video : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1J9ZPVydrc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2L7aeO9fBzE
Review Activities: 1. Complete the paragraphs writing down coherent sentences.
Paragraph 1.
Oceans and lakes have much in common, but they are also quite different. Both are bodies of
water, but oceans _______________________________________________________. Lakes
are usually surrounded by land, while
_________________________________________________. Both have plants and animals

living in them. The ocean is home to the largest animals on the planet, whereas lakes support
much smaller forms of life. _______________________________
_________________________________________________________________________.
Paragraph 2.
Smoking has many serious effects. The most obvious effects are the health deterioration and
the social problems. This bad habit increases the risk of lung disease, blood pressure, heart
attacks, and reduces the flow of oxygen to the brain. Besides, ___________________________
_______________________________________________________________. Another effect

____________________________________________________________________________.
In addition, this is an expensive habit that depletes the pocket because the prices of cigarettes
continue to rise. To sum up,______________________________________________________.
Paragraph 3.
The major components of milk are water, fat, protein, carbohydrate (lactose), and minerals
(ash). However, there are numerous other highly important micronutrients such as
_______________________________________________Indeed, more than 250
chemical compounds have been identified in milk. Although
_________________________________it contains between 12 and 13 percent total solids and
perhaps should be regarded as a food. In contrast, many “solid” foods, such as tomatoes,
carrots, and lettuce, contain as little as 6 percent solids.
Paragraph 4.
A conclusion is, in some ways, like your introduction.______________________________. You

can usually do this in one paragraph. It’s important to wrap up your writing by summarizing the
main idea for your readers. This brings your writing to a smooth close and creates a well-
written piece of work.__________________________________________________. These
remarks could be a call to action, a suggestion, a recommendation, or a wakeup call. It could be
a final question mark demanding further detailed response, or it could be an ending statement.
Activities 2: what kind of description are they?
1. Match the object with its appropriate description.
1. A crucible is a container used for heating A. ______
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substances to very high temperatures. It is
generally made from materials such as
porcelain, nickel, and alumina.
2. A test tube is a handheld tube used for mixing B. _______

substances in a lab. It is open at the top,
without a lip, and rounded at the bottom.
Usually made of glass or plastic materials,
some can be reused, while others are
disposable.
3. Goggles are very important when performing C. ________

experiments of any kind. They keep dangerous
chemical and other substances from damaging
eyes.
4. A funnel is a pipe with a wide mouth that D. ______

helps to pour substances into a container
without spilling. In a chemistry lab, it is often
used together with filters to separate a
mixture.
5. Gloves are important to wear in order to

protect the skin from chemical substances.
They are permeable and are made of latex,
PVC, butyl, etc.

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National University of Engineering

Unit III: Description

Teacher: Zela Lopez Martinez

Date: October 25 Th to October 29 Th, 2021

1. To recognize the structure of the conclusion function, in readings related to their

2. To use rhetorical function of conclusion in the writing of technical instructions and

3. To assume an objective attitude in the improvement of their abilities related to the

How do we write a paragraph?

5 Tips for Structuring and Writing Better Paragraphs

1. Make the first sentence of your topic sentence. ...

2. Provide support via the middle sentences. ...

3. Make your last sentence a conclusion or transition. ...

4. Know when to start a new paragraph. ...

5. Use transition words.

Each paragraph should have the following parts:

It introduces the main idea of the paragraph, telling

Supporting Sentences middle sentences

They are the supporting details that expand the idea

Concluding Sentence or transition sentence

The closing sentence is the last sentence in a

What is its purpose?

It is the very bog factor that can make your paragraph

These should be a specific order in between the

Review Activities: 1. Complete the paragraphs writing down coherent sentences.

_________________________________________________. Both have plants and animals

_______________________________________________________________. Another effect

A conclusion is, in some ways, like your introduction.______________________________. You

Activities 2: what kind of description are they?

1. Match the object with its appropriate description.

1. A crucible is a container used for heating A. ______

2. A test tube is a handheld tube used for mixing B. _______

3. Goggles are very important when performing C. ________

4. A funnel is a pipe with a wide mouth that D. ______

5. Gloves are important to wear in order to

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