Question

On a separate sheet of paper, practice the clustering technique to develop a topic for the writing assignment. Follow the instructions: 1. Choose one of the suggested topics. Write the topic in a large circle in the center. 2. Think about the topic for one or two minutes. Then write each new idea that comes into your mind in smaller circles around the large circle. 3. Think about the idea in each smaller circle for one or two minutes. Write any new ideas in even smaller circles. 4. Look over your groups of circles. Which groups have the largest number of ideas? These are probably the most productive ideas for your paragraph. TOPICS • a word that describes your home culture • an important term from your major field of study • a definition of what a good teacher is • a definition of culture shock • what the word success means to you • a definition of a what a leader is

STEP 3: Write the first draft. • Write FIRST DRAFT at the top of your paper. • Begin your paragraph with a topic sentence. Use the definition from your cluster diagram. As needed, modify the definition so that it is like the ones you wrote in Practice 4 on page 126. . For unity, present your supporting information in a logical order. • Use transition signals to make your paragraph coherent. . Try to include a word origin and/or idiom that goes well with your topic. Pay attention to sentence structure. Include a variety of sentence patterns: simple, compound, and complex sentences. Use adjective clauses and appositives. Punctuate them correctly. • Write a conclusion that tells why the topic is important, interesting, or unique. • Write a title. It should clearly identify your topic. For examples, look at the titles of the models in this chapter

write a definition paragraph on one of the topics:

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