2. What is it?
An essay is a type of text that addresses a
particular theme or subject. It´s written in
prose and it can be analytic, speculative or
interpretative.
General structure of
an essay
3. When is it used?
Unlike a brochure or
a diary entry, an
essay is a very
formal text type.
An essay is used to
elaborate on a
specific topic and
give a point of view
that is backed by
solid arguments.
4. Structure
The structure of an essay is one of it´s most
fundamental characteristics.
Although there are many variations, the most
basic of structures consists of: Introduction,
body (3 solid arguments or points), and
conclusion.
Introduction and conclusion are just one
paragraph long as well as each argument,
thus a basic essay will consist of at least 5
paragraphs.
5. Essay Paragraph
A paragraph in an essay also has it´s own
structure. Similarly to an essay, a paragraph
consists of three parts: topic sentence,
supporting sentences and concluding
sentences.
Topic sentences introduce the idea that the
paragraph will adress.
Supporting sentences sustain the idea with
example and details
Concluding sentences round up the idea with
a closing statement.
6. How to make an essay?
To build an essay you first need to build
paragraphs.
The introduction paragraph should present the
main topic of your essay without giving away
any detail.
The body of the essay present the points that
support your main thesis (what you want to
say).
The concluding paragraph should address the
main idea and the arguments of the essay
without introducing new information.
7. Essay Structure in a Nutshell
Introduction: You tell them what you´re going
to tell them.
Body: You tell them
Conclusion: You tell them what you just told
them.
8. Characteristics of an Essay
Structure 3 main parts: Introduction, body ( 3
ideas) and conclusion.
Register Formal
Heading Focused on the topic
Images Omitted most of the times
Visuals Black font and white background, no
images. Formal presentation
Other Essay should focus on a main idea
and supporting details.