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THESIS STATEMENT CS_EN11/12A-EAPP-la-c-8 States the thesis statement of an academic text. A thesis statement is a sentence used in an essay that serves as the guide for the essay and directly answers the question or task asked of you. It expresses the mai...

THESIS STATEMENT CS_EN11/12A-EAPP-la-c-8 States the thesis statement of an academic text. A thesis statement is a sentence used in an essay that serves as the guide for the essay and directly answers the question or task asked of you. It expresses the main idea of your paper. It is a single sentence preferably a simple declarative sentence that expresses the basic idea around which the paper will develop. Reasons why a thesis statement is important: 1. It gives direction to the author of a paper. 2. It gives the readers an idea to what the paper will be all about. 3. It declares the main purpose of the entire paper. 4. It is the single most useful organizational tool for both the writer and the reader. Characteristics of An Effective Thesis Statement: 1. Responds to the assignment by following instructions. 2. Expresses the main idea in one to two sentences. 3. Focuses on specific issue. 4. States a stand on the topic. 5. Says something meaningful by answering the questions, so what, how and why. 6. Previews the rest of the essay by being placed in the introduction. 7. Reflects a tone and point-of-view appropriate to the identified purpose and audience. Components of a Thesis Statement 1. Topic- the general subject of the essay e.g. teenage smokers 2. Controlling Idea- your opinion/belief/view/feeling about the topic e.g. Public health departments need aggressive promotional campaigns 3. Sub-topics (Optional)- the areas you will focus on support to your idea e.g. Damages the lungs, increases the risk of cancer, raises the chance of heart disease. Public health departments need aggressive promotional campaigns to decrease the number of teenage smokers as smoking damages the lungs, increases the risk of cancer, and raises the chance of heart disease. Examples of Thesis Statement: High school seniors who join the ROTC program develop better leadership skills because of the discipline instilled in them by the program. E-books do not hold our attention in the same way traditional books do. Examples of Thesis Statement: High school seniors who join the ROTC program develop better leadership skills because of the discipline instilled in them by the program. E-books do not hold our attention in the same way traditional books do.  Thesis Statement Topic Sentence A thesis statement is typically found in the A topic sentence is usually the first sentence introduction of an essay or research paper. of a paragraph within an essay or paper. It presents the main argument or central It introduces the main idea or theme of that idea of the entire work. particular paragraph. The thesis statement usually appears as a Topic sentences are more specific than single, concise sentence. thesis statements and focus on individual It provides direction and focus for the entire paragraphs rather than the entire paper. paper, outlining the main points or Each paragraph typically has its own topic arguments that will be discussed. sentence, which acts as a mini-thesis for A thesis statement often expresses the that section of the text. writer's stance or position on a particular Topic sentences provide coherence and issue. unity within paragraphs, guiding the reader It guides the reader on what to expect from through the development of ideas. the rest of the paper. Example: "One significant consequence of Example: "The prevalence of social media has excessive social media use is the heightened contributed to increased rates of anxiety risk of developing anxiety disorders among and depression among adolescents, teenagers." highlighting the need for further research into the effects of online platforms on mental health." Here are some examples of thesis statements across various subjects and topics: Literature: "In George Orwell's '1984,' the manipulation of language by the Party reflects the dystopian society's control over its citizens, ultimately emphasizing the importance of preserving freedom of expression." History: "The Civil Rights Movement in the United States was a catalyst for profound societal change, challenging systemic racism and laying the groundwork for future activism." Psychology: "The prevalence of social media has contributed to increased rates of anxiety and depression among adolescents, highlighting the need for further research into the effects of online platforms on mental health." Here are some examples of thesis statements across various subjects and topics: Literature: "In George Orwell's '1984,' the manipulation of language by the Party reflects the dystopian society's control over its citizens, ultimately emphasizing the importance of preserving freedom of expression." History: "The Civil Rights Movement in the United States was a catalyst for profound societal change, challenging systemic racism and laying the groundwork for future activism." Psychology: "The prevalence of social media has contributed to increased rates of anxiety and depression among adolescents, highlighting the need for further research into the effects of online platforms on mental health." Psychology: "The prevalence of social media has contributed to increased rates of anxiety and depression among adolescents, highlighting the need for further research into the effects of online platforms on mental health." Environmental Science: "Human activities, particularly the burning of fossil fuels, are the primary drivers of climate change, necessitating urgent global cooperation to mitigate its devastating effects on the planet." Education: "Implementing inclusive teaching practices in primary education improves academic outcomes and fosters a more equitable learning environment for students of diverse backgrounds." Sociology: "Income inequality perpetuates social stratification, reinforcing disparities in access to resources and opportunities, thus impeding social mobility and perpetuating cycles of poverty." Political Science: "The rise of populism in Western democracies stems from socioeconomic grievances, political disillusionment, and the erosion of trust in traditional political institutions, reshaping the landscape of contemporary politics." Health Sciences: "The legalization of marijuana for medical use has shown promise in alleviating symptoms associated with chronic pain, epilepsy, and certain mental health disorders, underscoring the importance of further research into its therapeutic potential." OUTLINING CS-EN11/12-EAPP-la-c-8 Outlines reading texts in various disciplines  Outlining is a fundamental skill used in various aspects of writing, from academic essays to novels and speeches. It helps organize thoughts, create structure, and ensure coherence in writing. Outline is a tool for organizing ideas. A writer lists down all ideas relevant to the topic, sort them all into major and minor ones, and creates an outline out of them. WHY DO WE OUTLINE? It gives an overview of the topic and enables us to see how various subtopics relate to one another. Recording the information in our own words tests our understanding of what we read. It is an effective way to record needed information from reference books you do not own.  FORMATS OF OUTLINE Traditional outline-uses roman Standard outline-uses only numerals, letters, and numbers. numbers.  TRADITIONAL FORMAT STANDARD FORMAT I. TOPIC 1. Introduction A. SUB-TOPIC 1 1.1 Explanation of standard outlining format B. SUB-TOPIC 2 1.1.1 Use of numbers for hierarchical structure 1. EXAMPLE 1 a. explanation 1 2. Examples b. explanation 2 2.1 Example 1: Sample outline using standard 2. EXAMPLE 2 format II. TOPIC 2.1.1 Main Point A. SUB-TOPIC 1 2.1.1.1 Subpoint 1. EXAMPLE 1 2.1.1.1.1 Sub-subpoint 2. EXAMPLE 2 2.2 Example 2: Another sample outline using B. SUB-TOPIC 2 standard format 2.2.1 Main Point 2.2.1.1 Subpoint 2.2.1.1.1 Sub-subpoint The benefits of regular exercise extend far I. Introduction A. Explanation of the multifaceted benefits of regular beyond physical health. Engaging in physical exercise activity not only strengthens muscles and improves cardiovascular health but also has II. Physical Health Benefits A. Strengthening Muscles profound effects on mental well-being. B. Improving Cardiovascular Health Exercise releases endorphins, chemicals in the brain that act as natural painkillers and mood III. Mental Well-being Benefits A. Release of Endorphins elevators. This can lead to reduced feelings of 1. Natural painkillers stress, anxiety, and depression. Furthermore, 2. Mood elevation regular exercise promotes better sleep quality, B. Reduction of Stress, Anxiety, and Depression enhances cognitive function, and boosts self- IV. Additional Benefits esteem. Whether it's a brisk walk, a yoga A. Promotion of Better Sleep Quality session, or a gym workout, incorporating B. Enhancement of Cognitive Function C. Boosting Self-esteem regular physical activity into your routine can greatly improve your overall quality of life. V. Conclusion A. Emphasis on the importance of incorporating regular physical activity into daily routines for overall quality of life  TASK 8 Change the outline into Standard Outline The benefits of regular exercise extend far I. Introduction A. Explanation of the multifaceted benefits of regular beyond physical health. Engaging in physical exercise activity not only strengthens muscles and improves cardiovascular health but also has II. Physical Health Benefits A. Strengthening Muscles profound effects on mental well-being. B. Improving Cardiovascular Health Exercise releases endorphins, chemicals in the brain that act as natural painkillers and mood III. Mental Well-being Benefits A. Release of Endorphins elevators. This can lead to reduced feelings of 1. Natural painkillers stress, anxiety, and depression. Furthermore, 2. Mood elevation regular exercise promotes better sleep quality, B. Reduction of Stress, Anxiety, and Depression enhances cognitive function, and boosts self- IV. Additional Benefits esteem. Whether it's a brisk walk, a yoga A. Promotion of Better Sleep Quality session, or a gym workout, incorporating B. Enhancement of Cognitive Function C. Boosting Self-esteem regular physical activity into your routine can greatly improve your overall quality of life. V. Conclusion A. Emphasis on the importance of incorporating regular physical activity into daily routines for overall quality of life  CRITICAL WRITING CS_EN11/ 12A-EAPP-Id-f-16 Uses appropriate critical writing a critique such as formalism and deconstructivism. Critical Writing is an analysis interpretation that deals to assess an argument and its value, the writer can also provide his own insight about the text. These are critiques of academic papers and other literary piece works that describes the different views of each researchers. Literary Criticism is an evaluation or analysis of any literary piece of work. These are opinions, aid by evidences and other literary devices and views from other researchers.  Types of Literary Criticism 1. Formalist Criticism 2. Deconstructionist Criticism It is an analysis that views literature as “a It views language is unsteady and unique form of human knowledge that changeable over time. needs to be examined on its own terms.” For example the word “Daddy”, a word Literary elements and devices are essential used to describe a “Father” but can also for understanding the work. mean an endearment for a “Partner These literary elements includes form, style, (man)” or the word “Cold” that describes a structure, symbols, figure of speech, “Chilly or Freezing” but also means being character, setting, plot, theme and other “Indifferent or Gloomy”. literary devices within the text. Thus, it deconstruct words base on how it It is analyzing the text as a whole and is used in a text and most of the time it how these elements are interconnected uses binary opposition. or interrelated to each other. Binary opposition is the representation of good and bad, rich and poor and such. Formalism This is a type of critical analysis that displays how the different parts of a literary piece is put together to create a whole new paper that forms each individual part of a literary piece. A formalist critic analyses: a. How the work is structured or organized or formed b. How the parts relate to one another and work as a whole c. The language of the literary piece d. Style of the writing e. Literary devices such as imageries, similes, metaphors, ironies, paradox, etc. Formalism Examples: 1. Oh, I love spending big bucks. The text means that the speaker loves spending great amount of money. The words ‘love spending’ shows continues action or the habit of the speaker in spending ‘big bucks’ of money. In addition is the interjection ‘oh’ which emphasizes the feeling of satisfaction by the speaker. 2. Wow! That was the best cookie I ever had. The exclamation mark and choice of words used in the text (wow and best) reflects how delightful and delectable the cookie that the speaker had. Deconstructivism The text’s structure, symbols and other disclosed ideas that serves as a beauty of indistinctive event focus to show how the different ideas within the text undermine the stability of the literary work. For Binary Opposition (ex. good/bad) a. Focus on the oppositions within the text, show how these terms are related. b. Subvert the hierarchization of terms to make the text mean the opposite of what it originally appeared to mean. c. Observe that both terms of the opposition become mutually intertwined and are releases from their oppositional conflict into a ‘free play’ of non-hierarchical, non-stable multitude of meanings. Deconstructivism Examples: 1. Oh, I love spending big bucks. Considering binary opposition we are going to deconstruct the action of the speaker which is ‘love’. The idea of the text totally change from love to hate. Why? Who love to spend great amount of money? Therefore the speaker here ironically state how much he love to spend big bucks of money, instead of saying how much he hates doing it. Also there is the interjection ‘oh’ which could emphasize the doubt and uncertainty of the speaker. 2. Wow! That was the best cookie I ever had. What is best? It is synonym to very good, excellent or delightful. Since we are to deconstruct the word using the opposite meaning of it which is ‘worst’ or ‘awful’. The idea of the text now changes. Meaning the cookie is actually the worst or awfully cookie that he had.  Line/ Sentence Formalistic Criticism Deconstructive Criticism Big baby A healthy infant. A grown up man throwing tantrums ‘Such a big baby like a baby. Passed away. The woman walk away. The woman died. ‘She passed away’ A little thin on top His hair is thin. He is bald. ‘Your hair is a little thin on top.’ Heart of Stone A heart made out of stone. An unforgiving and cruel heart or ‘A heart of stone.’ attitude. "Friends, Romans, Countrymen, The speaker is asking them to The speaker is asking the lend me your ears." let him used their ears. audiences to listen. Ching Chua gave his wife a red Red Rose symbolizes ‘Passion Red Rose rose. and Happiness’. = ‘Red’ means ‘Blood’ and ‘Greed’ = ‘Rose’ means ‘Secrecy’ = Red Rose means a secret greediness or an underlying greed. The snow is coming. Snow represents the weather Snow represents the condition of or condition which is winter. mourning or sorrow.