English Composition: Class 10

Richard Wilson

Agenda

1. Registration

2. Taboo Game

3. Chapter 2 – Problem & Solution Essay

4. Brainstorming & Gathering Ideas

Taboo Game

Taboo

‘Something that it is forbidden to

do/say’

What is it? If there’s a problem, it usually has a solution.

Even when there’s not a definite solution, there are people arguing over which solution is best.

Your essay should:

Describe/ explain a problem.

Suggest the best solution(s).

Discussion - pg. 42

Sample Essay- pg.43

Essay Structure

Practice 1, Pg. 44

Selecting a Topic

Practice 2, Pg. 45

Topic Choice Choose a problem that affects you.

Choose a problem you have a strong opinion about.

Choose a problem that will be relevant or interesting to your readers.

Make sure you have a reasonable solution!

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