Writing an Essay
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<strong>Writing</strong> <strong>an</strong> <strong>Essay</strong><br />
The essay is a type of literary genre in which the author <strong>an</strong>alyzes, interprets or criticizes a<br />
specific topic in a brief <strong>an</strong>d concise m<strong>an</strong>ner. Usually it poses a single point of view <strong>an</strong>d has a<br />
clear <strong>an</strong>d determined structure. It is common for university to require this type of writing, but it<br />
c<strong>an</strong> also be really useful when studying, as it allows you to capture your ideas around a topic <strong>an</strong>d<br />
discuss notions from your point of view. In this way you will demonstrate to the teacher that you<br />
are not only interested in the subject, but also have <strong>an</strong> opinion formed around it. In addition, it is<br />
a good way to practice for <strong>an</strong> exam or partial writing.<br />
Consider the following recommendations:<br />
1. Choose <strong>an</strong> interesting topic<br />
The topic needs to be relev<strong>an</strong>t. Opt for current issues <strong>an</strong>d think of the recipient, the target<br />
audience of your essay. Be sure to gather information from local <strong>an</strong>d international media to learn<br />
the topic in depth. Visit different websites <strong>an</strong>d take note of what you learn <strong>an</strong>d the sources you<br />
visit in case you w<strong>an</strong>t to re-consult them. Remember that the ideas you develop should be<br />
backed up with documentation <strong>an</strong>d if appointments do not forget the quotes <strong>an</strong>d the footer. If
you are going to approach <strong>an</strong>y custom essay writing service it would be better to suggest your<br />
own ideas.<br />
2. Write down key points<br />
As you go into the subject <strong>an</strong>d go through the different portals or consult the bibliography<br />
indicated, you will find that there are some arguments that you c<strong>an</strong>not dismiss <strong>an</strong>d must<br />
necessarily figure. To avoid forgetting them, be sure to make <strong>an</strong> orderly listing of the most<br />
import<strong>an</strong>t points <strong>an</strong>d include them in your essay.<br />
3. Consider the structure<br />
When you have your notes ready, determine the structure you will use. The best way to write <strong>an</strong><br />
essay is by dividing it by parts. The most common mode is to place <strong>an</strong> introduction, a<br />
development <strong>an</strong>d a conclusion.<br />
The first part should make known the thematic, the end of the investigation <strong>an</strong>d the org<strong>an</strong>ization<br />
of the text. The body or development extends the information mentioned in the introduction with<br />
solid arguments. Finally, the conclusion reviews the central ideas mentioned <strong>an</strong>d illustrates the<br />
author's opinion on the subject. Remember that this is <strong>an</strong> academic work so it is essential that<br />
you maintain the formal tone, avoiding humor <strong>an</strong>d sarcasm, as well as colloquial vocabulary.<br />
4. Write a draft<br />
Every good writer knows how import<strong>an</strong>t the draft is prior to the final work. The essay involves a<br />
lot of order at the level of ideas <strong>an</strong>d structure, so before writing make sure you are clear what<br />
you w<strong>an</strong>t to include. Sketching in draft form may be a good idea. Please ask for a draft before<br />
you order the paper from <strong>an</strong>y custom essay writing service.<br />
5. Review the final version <strong>an</strong>d correct it<br />
Before you submit the final version, check it out. Read carefully for typographical, spelling or<br />
syntax errors.