how to write a passage

Skills for writing

How to write a paragraph(段落的结构)A paragraph should contain: 1) A topic sentence 2) Several supporting details 3) (better) a conclusion

In fact, fresh water on the globe is quite limited. One the one hand, the growing population and rapid development of industrialization demand more consumption of fresh water. On the other hand, sources of fresh water are reportedly polluted due to inefficient control of industrial and life waste.

The sun was slowly rising in the east and the air was fresh. As the thin cloud spread apart, the sun shone brighter and brighter. Everyone in the park was enjoyable. Taking an early morning walk makes a man healthy.

Books are of various kinds and different contents. We have history books recording past events, geography books dealing with the earth, mathematics books focusing on space and numbers, language books studying the means of communication, and literary books reflecting social problems. In a word, we have various books dealing with different things in the world.

He made a contribution to Chinese farming. He studied ways of keeping seeds and advised farmers to choose see-heads which had the best color. Although he has been dead for centuries, his farming methods are still used by farmers now.

What is a topic sentenceA topic sentence should contain only one controlling idea. 树的种类很多而且对人类都有用。 树在很多方面都有助于人类。 人口越来越多而森林却越来越少。 为了保护环境，人类应种植更多的树。

How to organize supporting details?1. Develop the topic sentence by giving reasons. 2. Develop the topic sentence by giving examples. 3. Develop the topic sentence by giving facts. 4. Develop the topic sentence by giving solutions.

Develop the paragraph Women are playing an increasingly important part in society.

How to write a task writing?1. It’s a passage which consists of a title, a summary and other paragraphs. 2. The summary should be the first paragraph of your passage. 3. Form necessary connection between the summary and other paragraphs.

How to write a summary?1. Find out the main ideas of each paragraph and combine them logically. 2. Find out the key word and related words, then try to find their logical relationship. 3. If there is a title, make good use of it.

1. Mr. Bean is the most successful character who has become a family favorite. 2. Mr. Bean was s series starring Rowan Atkinson. 3. Mr. Bean solved everyday problems in humorous ways. 4. Other actors and comedians contribute a lot to the success of Mr. Bean.

Mr. Bean, who is the main character in a popular series starring Rowan Atkinson, solved everyday problems in humorous ways. Besides, other supporting characters contribute a lot to his success.

Accomplish the rest tasks1. Treat key points as main ideas of the following paragraphs. 2. Form a complete paragraph which contains a topic sentence and several develop

ing sentences.

Polish your passage1. Avoid silly mistakes a sense of humor; lack sense of humor 2. Coherence is of great significance. First, second, then/besides/what’s more, finally/Last but not least On the one hand, … On the other hand, … For one thing, …. For another, …

3. Try using sentences patterns we’ve learned Only in this way can we ….; It was not until then that I realized …; It is high time that we did something to …