Tice Stylistic Devices Essay

Posting this here bacause a few students asked for it in class. Please double space your essay and write it in 12 pt. font using Times New Roman. Name and date in the top right corner.

Thesis Paragraph

• Begins with an engaging opening sentence
• Creates context for the discussion / essay
• States a clear thesis and how the author using stylistic
  devices in teh essay to develop his argument

Body Paragraphs (2 for the Tice Article)

• Usually begins with a topic sentence related to thesis
• Uses details and quotations from text to support thesis
• Develops those details & quotations and explains their importance
  and connection to the thesis

Conclusion

• Summarize the main points
• Rewrite your thesis statement in a way that suggests that it is a conclusion drawn from the main points
• Leave your reader with one final thought