When you learned how to add, subtract and multiply, you were taught the basics of arithmetic and the functions to solve a particular problem. Knowing the functions of the problem gives you that extra confidence. With the groundbreaking new book and proven track record with students across America, The Formula: Unlocking the Functions of the Five Paragraph Essay: An Easy Guide to Writing the A+ Paper will help you build the five paragraph essay from the opening “grabber” down to how many sentences are needed to build an effective body paragraph. No longer will you just stare at an empty white screen or piece of paper and not know the function for each part of the essay or how many sentences should constitute each section because “The Formula” unlocks the tools that have been holding you back. By combining functionality with practicality while using simple arithmetic to get the job done, you can write that winning five paragraph essay with ease, and without fear.
About the Authors
Foundation
The Rubric
The Article
The Flight From Conversation
Chapter One The Introductory Paragraph
Verb Tense
Chapter Two Body Paragraph One
MLA Format Using Active Verbs
Chapter Three Body Paragraph Two
MLA Internal Citations
Comma Splices/Fused (Run-on)
Sentences
Chapter Four Body Paragraph Three
MLA Documentation
Sentence Fragments
Chapter Five The Concluding Paragraph
Subject-Verb Agreement
Appendix A: Full Student Paper
Appendix B: Overview of Transitions