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Mastering Paragraph Structure in Critical Essays Using P.Q.E.R

Learn how to effectively structure your paragraphs in critical essays using the P.Q.E.R. method. This approach ensures that you present clear points, incorporate relevant quotes, explain their significance, and relate them back to your main argument. Each paragraph, except for the introduction and conclusion, should follow this format to maintain clarity and coherence. Avoid repetitive phrases and ensure your content directly addresses the essay question while reinforcing your topic sentence. Mastering this technique will enhance your essay's analytical depth.

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Mastering Paragraph Structure in Critical Essays Using P.Q.E.R

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  1. We are Learning... How to write paragraphs using P.Q.E.R

  2. When writing Critical Essays about a text you have studied, you must make sure that you structure your paragraphs using P.Q.E.R. • The only exceptions are your Introduction and your Conclusion which are written in a different way. • P.Q.E.R is not optional.

  3. Point. • This is also called the topic sentence. • Refer to part two of the essay question (paraphrase). • Briefly mention what you will be discussing in the rest of the paragraph. • Avoid clumsy and repetitive phrases (e.g: “Another quote...”; “One of the ways...”; “Another technique...”).

  4. Quote • Provide 2 quotes from the text. • The quotes should be relevant to the essay question. • The quotes should support your topic sentence. • Put your quotes in context.

  5. Explain • Explain what your quote shows. • Analyse and evaluate the techniques used. What is the impact? How effective? • Make sure that everything you say is relevant to the essay question AND is relevant to your topic sentence. • Try to mention how the quote relates to the main concerns (theme and message) of the text.

  6. Relate • Sum up what you have been discussing in the paragraph. • Show how it relates to part two of the essay question.

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