English 9

Create a mind map on a topic of your choice. Be sure that it expands to at least three levels.

From your mind map, choose three sub topics. Write an eight sentence paragraph as shown in class. Be sure to underline the topic sentence and the concluding statement.

Example paragraph:

The best pet is a dog.

The first reason is that they are loyal. My dog runs to my side when I get home.

The second reason is that they are happy. She is always wagging her tail and smiling.

The third reason is that they are friendly. My dog always rubs up against me and wants to cuddle.

For these reasons, dogs are the best pet.


Mind map (6 marks)
Paragraph (6 marks)