How do you write good commentary on essays?

Question

Im writing an essay..well. a research paper for my launguage arts class. You have to pick a cause of the Great Depression, and argue that it was the main cause. I just need some tips on how to write commentary that will impress a tough teacher (yeah, hes tough)

Answer 1

Make sure that you first of all keep it formal, do not use the words I, we, you, etc.

Make sure that you cite and reference all of your sources.

You could briefly mention one of the other theories as a cause and say although it may be a popular choice yours is the actual reason because... That way you are showing that you have done your research and are disputing facts that may say the opposite.

Make sure that you have it done in time to have it proof read for any grammatical or other errors.

If you use a quote for something make sure that you back up why you have used it. It is not the quotes that get you the marks it is how you relate it and use it to prove your thesis

Make sure your thesis is very concise so that you don't get off topic in your paper.

If you have it done early ask your teacher if he will go over it with you to ensure that you are on the right path and express how important the mark is to you.

Make sure you stay on topic in each paragraph, use proper essay format including topic sentences - remember everything goes back to your thesis statement. Make sure your conclusion restates your arguments in an interesting way that really proves that it was main cause.

Good luck, I hope you do well on it!

Answer 2

The Great Depression marked the disastrous end of the Second Industrial Revolution (the rise of science-based industry). By 1929 there had been a sustained period of intensive process innovation without major product innovation. That is, industry had gotten very, very efficient at producing goods for which demand had in large measure been satisfied. That in turn meant that industry had productive resources -- labor resources -- far beyond what it needed. To adjust, millions ended up out of work for part of the decade of the 1930s. That is, roughly, historian Rick Szostak's argument.

Answer 3

well make sure to use many quotes, and sources. use MLA format, llook it up on google if u dont know what that is. NEVER use the words "I" "me" "you"...anything like that . Dont say "I think that the cause was..." straight up say "The cause of the Great Depression was..."

dont say "you may think......" teachers hate that.... dont put thought into other peoples heads.....state everything generally.

Make sure to write it early, and consult with your teacher...he'll love it

hope i helped