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| ELEMENTS
OF LANGUAGE <MODEL
BANK HOME |
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| Problem-Solution
Essay |
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| A problem-solution
essay explains a problem and presents ways in which the problem might
be solved. A good problem-solution essay makes a complex problem simple
to understand, and explores all of the possible solutions to the problem. |
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Many problem-solution essays use the structure illustrated in the framework
below. Print this framework and use it as a guide when you write your own
problem-solution essay. |
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Introduction
• Create
interest
• Establish the problem
• Include a clear thesis statement |
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Get
readers involved Make your readers curious about
your topic. Use a question, vivid description, anecdote, or quotation to
draw them in.
Use
a complete thesis Include a thesis statement that not only summarizes
the problem, but that also mentions the solutions your essay will discuss. |
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Body
• Present an expanded description of the problem
• Discuss solutions in detail |
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Describe
the problem Describe all of the causes or parts of the problem. Be sure
to use evidence to support your explanations, including expert opinions
and statistics. If you use sources, be sure to cite them.
Present the solutions Describe each potential solution. You can present
solutions in order from most important to least important, or vice versa.
If you have several solutions of equal importance, you might organize them
chronologically or by type. |
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Conclusion
• Restate the problem
• Summarize
the solutions
• Provide an outlook for
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Finish
up Wrap up your essay by restating your thesis statement, recapping
each solution in a brief summary, and leaving your readers with something
to think about. |
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