How do you write good essays?

Question

i don't know how to write good essays at all.
i think my problem is that i don't know hot to structure it in order
say, for example an essay about a first day(anywhere)
what do i write in the introduction to captivate the reader?
what other ideas can i put in the essay, what do i write in the conclusion?

Answer 1

Good essays tell people what they are going to say, they say what they are going to say and then they tell the reader what they just told them.

Come up with an idea and find three basic points that support your idea. Open with an introduction explaining your idea and list your ideas as to why you think you are right. Then take one paragraph a piece to expand upon you arguments. At the end sum it all up again and drive the point home.

People remember the last thing they read, so be firm in your final paragraph. If they feel how strongly you believe in your argument they will believe it as well.

Two things to remember, being articulate helps good arguments, it is not a substitution to doing good research on your subject first, and good transitions are a key. If your arguments flow together the reader will be drawn in.

Answer 2

First sentence is to hold the readers attention.
In the first paragraph it should contain a little bit of info about what you are trying to say.
From then on, you write about your subject.
Go to the library and check out a few books on essays.
Read these, this will help more than I can explain it all here.
You might read an article in a news magazine, then rewrite what the article is about.
Do NOT copy someone else's work, EVER!!!!
That's called plagiarism.

Answer 3

If you are ever having trouble writing an essay, just use the following- no matter what the topic.

I am the bone of my essay.
Procrastination is my body and caffeine is my blood.
I have ignored over a thousand deadlines.
Unknown to MLA format, nor known to passing grades.
Have withstood responsibility to fail many classes.
Yet those classes will never teach anything.
So as I hand in,
UNLIMITED ESSAY WORKS.

You are free to tweak the wording a little, as long as you stay true to the format and the tone of the essay.

Hope this helps.

Answer 4

For your intro, use a question or bring a story into play, or something creative like that. Use an example or a famous quote. Think outside the box. The first sentence does not have to directly address your main purpose. Work your way into what you want to say.

In your conclusion, refer back to the intro and bring everything together, showing that the entire essay has one purpose. This makes you appear organized, like you didn't forget what you were talking about.

Answer 5

I believe your first five lines should appeal to the audience. This is how you capture them to continue reading your story. In addition, this allows you to build up your argument. For instance: Can you think back to having your first day at work, or school? The sound of shoes clacking against the tile. The roar of laughter and chatter that fills the hallways. People are hustling and bustling trying to beat the time clock or school bell, while you stare at all the commotion, butterflies swarm inside your stomach.(at this time you take the ball and run)
One reminder and caution: never use the word conclusion to initiate your conclusion. Maybe, its safe to say, After reviewing or after careful cosideration, etc etc.
also stay away from using first person words such as I, you and your. ( i hope this helps)

Answer 6

Just make sure that the attention of the reader is caught and the essay contains a nice message. Make it exciting and fun. Be sure that it has a nice ending and the datas are connected with each other.

Answer 7

Wow! Anyone can write a powerful essay!
Fill it with contents pertaining to the opening statement(s) to be successful. Write directly, descriptively, but not excessively wordy. Creatively and intuitively, you're own style will develop.
With a little practice and clarity, you too can enjoy confidence in your writing abilities!
intro statement - support w/ facts/content -conclusion (should have reference back to introduction)
good luck-peace

Answer 8

Writing is a talent that people are largely born with. While you can be educated in the mechanics of writing (by purchasing the book Elements of Style by Strunk & White), sadly some people are born able to write and write well, and others simply aren't. If you are truly that terrible at writing essays, I fear that you are forever one of the latter.