COMPONENTS OF EFFECTIVE WRITING

Components of Effective Writing

 

As far as organization is concerned, a meaningful paragraph has of three major components: a topic sentence which introduces the main idea, supporting sentences that provide details and explain the topic sentence, and a concluding sentence that summarizes the main point and ends the paragraph.

1.        Topic Sentence:

The sentence clearly stating the theme of a text is a topic sentence. A paragraph is developed around the topic sentence. It helps a writer to bring unity, coherence, and development.

• · States the central idea of the paragraph clearly and concisely.
• · Usually appears at the beginning of the paragraph.
• · Acts as a base for the rest of the paragraph's content.

2.       Supporting Sentences:

• · Provide specific examples, facts, or explanations to support the topic sentence.
• · Logically organized and flow smoothly from one to the next.
• · Include quotes, statistics, anecdotes, or expert opinions to strengthen the argument.

3.       Concluding Sentence:

• · Restates the main idea of the paragraph in a different way.
• · May summarize the key points or offer a final thought related to the topic.
• · Provides a sense of completion and transitions smoothly to the next paragraph.

In terms of effectiveness, a paragraph has unity and coherence as its components-

4.       Unity:

Unity means oneness of thought. One idea is dealt with throughout the paragraph. All the sentences point towards the same idea. When the writer changes to a new idea, the writer should begin a new paragraph. Unity can be achieved by relevant illustrations and examples. This tool helps a writer to stick to a single idea in a paragraph.

5.       Coherence:

Coherence refers to the smooth flow of ideas in a paragraph so that readers can understand the paragraph. This tool helps a writer to develop an effective paragraph.

How to Achieve Coherence

• · By repeating a Key Term/Phrase related to the central idea.
• · By using Synonyms
• · Pronouns/relative pronouns
• · Transitional Words- (moreover, besides this, etc.)

Based on the fundamentals, a paragraph has appropriate words and correct sentence structure as its components.

6.       Appropriate Words:

A good and impressive paragraph has appropriate words according to the context and receiver’s mindset.

• · Creates good impression
• · Helps to understand clearly
• · Improves credibility

7.       Correct sentence structure:

Correct sentence structures are the back bone of any paragraph. There are various sentence structures like affirmative negative, interrogative, imperative and exclamatory. Sentences must be written as per the situation and emotions of the topic.

• · Enhances effectiveness
• · Increases coherence and clarity
• · Develops understanding of the message