GMGT 1000 Writing Skills for Business: Week 5 Presentation

A set of flashcards focusing on vocabulary and key concepts related to writing well-developed paragraphs, coherence, unity, and the structure of effective writing.

Well-Developed Paragraph

A paragraph is a group of related sentences arranged in a logical order, supplying readers with detailed information on a single topic.

Topic Sentence

The most important sentence in a paragraph that states the central idea and helps control information.

Unity in Paragraphs

A unified paragraph sticks to one topic, with every sentence supporting the central idea and excluding irrelevant information.

Coherence in Paragraphs

Coherence ensures that all sentences in a paragraph flow smoothly and logically, often achieved using transitional words and phrases.

Transitional Words

Words and phrases that provide connections between ideas in writing, such as 'moreover,' 'additionally,' and 'however.'

Parallelism

The repetition of grammatical structures in a sentence to create clarity and help categorize information.

Supporting Information

Details that explain or elaborate on the topic sentence, reinforcing the central idea of a paragraph.

Fragmented Writing

Writing that lacks a clear topic sentence, resulting in disjointed and unclear communication.

Concluding Sentence

A sentence that summarizes the main point of the paragraph or provides a final thought, bringing closure to the topic.

Elaboration

The process of developing and expanding upon an idea or statement with additional details, examples, or explanations to provide depth and clarity.

Function of a Topic Sentence

A topic sentence guides the reader by clearly stating the main point of a paragraph and helps the writer stay focused on that central idea.

Strategies for Coherence

Achieving coherence involves using transitional words, repeating key terms, maintaining consistent point of view, and presenting ideas in a logical order.

Methods of Elaboration

Elaboration can be achieved through various methods such as providing examples, offering explanations, presenting facts or statistics, comparing/contrasting, or narrating an anecdote related to the topic.

Elements of a Strong Paragraph

A strong paragraph typically includes a clear topic sentence, sufficient supporting details with elaboration, unified content, and a logical flow of ideas (coherence), often concluding with a summary or transition.