Assignment skills

Paragraphs

A few quick tips about paragraphs.
 
1.  Start a new paragraph:
 
   -   for each new idea
 
   -   for the Introduction and Conclusion
 
 
2.   Each paragraph should have:
 
   -   a topic sentence summing up main idea of the paragraph
 
   -  explanation of the main idea
 
   -   supporting evidence that is referenced
 
   -   a concluding sentence that links to the next paragraph
 
 
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Connecting words

Connectors are words that link sentences together in your paragraphs.

Connectors will improve your writing style and allow your writing to be more persuasive.

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Suggested phrases and words

Use a variety of phrases and language to make your writing more interesting and engaging for the reader.

The Manchester Academic Phrasebank is a great resource that provides suggested phrases and language to use.  Use the menu down the left hand side of the website.