How to summarize an essay

In my last article I wrote about how to write an illustration essay from scratch. Now I'd like to explain how to summarize your essay and prepare it for passing in.

Use the ideas from your brainstorming to fill in the sketch

Once you've outlined your essay, it should be fairly simple to find evidence for your arguments. Look at the lists and diagrams you generated to help you find the evidence for your comparisons and contrasts.

- If you have trouble finding evidence to support your argument, go back to the original texts and try the brainstorming process again. It could be that your argument is evolving beyond where it started, which is good! You just have to go back and look for more evidence.

Remember to explain the "why"

A common mistake many writers make is letting comparisons and contrasts "speak for themselves" rather than explaining why it is useful or important to put the topics together. Don't just provide a list of "ways topic A and topic B are similar and different." In your body paragraphs, as well as your conclusion, remind readers of the meaning of your evidence and argument.

- For example, in a body paragraph on the quality of ingredients in frozen pizza vs. the landlady, you could conclude with a statement like this: "Because you actively control the quality of the ingredients in pizza made at home, it may be healthier than frozen pizza. It may also allow you to express your imagination. Pineapple peanut butter pizza? Why not! Pickles and Parmesan cheese? Go ahead! Using your own ingredients allows you to have fun with your food. " This type of comment helps your reader understand why the ability to choose your own toppings makes homemade pizza better.

Give it a title

"Essay number one" can tell you exactly what the essay is, but it won't score points for style. A good title will anticipate something about the argument or topic of the essay. Depending on the audience and the situation, you can make a joke or pun, ask a question, or provide a summary of your main point.

Take a rest. One of the most common mistakes student writers make is not giving themselves enough time to get away from their essays for a day or two. Start early so that you can let the finished eraser sit for a day or at least a few hours. Then come back to her with fresh eyes. It will be easier for you to detect errors in your logic or organizational failures if you have had time to take a break.

- Reading your essay out loud can also help you find trouble spots. Often when you're writing, you get so used to what you meant that you don't read what you actually said.

Review your essay

Look for any grammatical mistakes, confusing expressions, and repetitive ideas. Strike a balance in your essay: you should provide around the same amount of information on each topic to avoid bias. Here are some things to consider before submitting your essay:

- Avoid bias. Don't use overly negative or defamatory language to show why a topic is unfavorable; Instead, use solid evidence to prove your points.
- Avoid first-person pronouns unless told otherwise. In some cases, your teacher may encourage the use of the first and second person in your essay. However, if the assignment or your teacher doesn't mention it, stick to the third person instead, like "one can see" or "people can enjoy." This is common practice for formal academic essays.
- Check out! Spelling and punctuation errors happen to anyone, but missing them can make you look sloppy. Review your essay carefully and ask a friend to help you if you are not confident in your own proofreading abilities.

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