Written Expression

Read the two paragraphs provided and extract the elements found in  the following rebrics:

1. The topic sentence is: Sentence 1
2. Irrelevant sentence: Sentence 8 (should be removed from the paragraph)
3. The paragraph also shows coherence by the use of

• Parallel constructions: Present tense
• Pronouns: this, these
• Synonyms: natural features = landmarks
• Paraphrasing of phrase/sentence: sentence 1 is paraphrased in sentence 11
• Repetition of key words: river, hill, rocks
• Transitional words: on the other side, even though, so, because

1. Methods of development/sentence organization used:

• Examples/illustrations: -
• Comparison and contrast: sentences 3 (comparison – on either side) and 6 (even though)
• Causes and reasons: sentences  5, 6 and 7 (so, because)
• Descriptions or details of each landmark
• Logical divisions: First, Second, The third amazing feature