Text Based Composition

Text-based Composition

by Victoria Rade

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Task

..."how far are European countries from putting men and women on an equal footing? " (l.2/3) Explain the quotation in relation to the text and then summarize further examples mentioned by the author.

In Short

When it comes to text-based composition you actually have 2 tasks to accomplish: 1. Explain the quotation very briefly in relation to the whole text 2. Summarize further examples by the author - and only those that are required by the task!

Stucture

Let`s have a look at the correct structure. Match the explanations to the correct part of the text-based-composition.

Main part Give a summary of those parts of the given text that are required by the task.

Introduction Introduce your composition by mentioning the title, topic, author and source of the text.

Conclusion Sum up your analysis in one or two sentences.

Explanation of quote and transition Use the quote and explain it in relation to the whole text. Add a transition sentence to the main part (have a look at the task for that)

Text Example

..."how far are European countries from putting men and women on an equal footing? " (l.2/3)

Do´s and Dont´s

Move the instructions to the correct boxes

Use your own words as far as possible

Pay attention to the correct layout. Leave some space between the individual parts

Summarize the whole text

Apply linking words and connectives

Provide line numbers for direct quotes.

Present background knowledge

Use many direct quotes

Always keep the given task in mind while summarizing

Give your own opinion

Useful Phrases

Watch

Brainstorm phrases for each of the four categories and note them down. Click on the button if you need help.

Rephrasing quotes

Listing and structuring points

Describing effects and consequences

Summarizing and Concluding

Practice

"The British are finished" (l.30) Explain the quotation in relation to the text and give examples to support the statement.

Return

Thanks for your attention !

Esto es un párrafo listo para contener creatividad, experiencias e historias geniales.