English Logic and Writing
Week 5
Schedule
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Process Paragraphs
• Introduction
• Practice
• Try writing
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Homework
English Writing Tip
• Me and my friends
• I and my boyfriend
• Me and my family members
The man I bought my cell phone from is a really interesting
fellow. While there isn’t anything too particular about his
appearance – thick black hair, broad jaw, brown eyes - its
his subtle actions that stand out. Unlike the other fancy
cell phone stores where the clerks dress smartly and use
smart phones to show information, my cell phone guy
wears simple tan jackets, and uses the same papers over
and over to explain to his customers. Traces of blue, black,
and red ink can be seen over the same words and numbers,
which were printed on the backs of recycled paper. His
office shows that he is a man of routine; the place where he
hangs his keys, takes photo copies out of the printer, and
so on have smudges from being used over and over again.
Process Paragraph
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Describes
• how something is made or done
• how to do something
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Structured in chronological order
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Step-by-step instructions are given
Process words and phrases
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the first step
in the beginning
first of all
to begin with
to start with
the second step
next
while you are . . .
as you are . . .
eventually
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after you have . . .
after that
then
afterward
the last step
the final step
finally
at last
Breaking up with a boyfriend or girlfriend can be easier
said than done, but here are five steps that may help the
breaking up process. First try to distance yourself by
suddenly becoming busier than usual. The next step is to
calmly tell the other person that how you are feeling. Then
gently let him or her know that you do not want to be
together anymore. Then make sure to be sensitive of his or
her feelings and answer any questions that he or she may
have. For example, if the person starts to cry, use kind
words to help comfort him or her. After everything is said
and done, take some alone time for your self because
everyone has feelings to sort out after a break up. Finally,
go out with friends and meet new people. With these five
steps it will make the breaking up process smooth for both
parties.
Nothing is more American than bonding with friends and
family at a tailgate party. The perfect combination of sports,
food and fun, these parties have been going on in stadium
parking lots for decades.
Food is by far the most important part of tailgating party.
You will want to first select items that can easily be grilled,
such as burgers and pork chops. The BBQ sauce is very
important. After that, focus your attention on the side dish
es, snacks and drinks that will be served. Check with the
stadium to see if there are any restrictions. Next, focus on
creating an exciting and comfortable atmosphere. Wear the
team colors, bring team flags, posters, decorate your car…
the more elaborate the better! Lastly don’t forget to bring a
portable tv or radio so you can follow the game!
Fun Activity
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Paper folding activity
Let’s make a funny story!
Funny Example
http://theoatmeal.com/comics/kitty_pet
Homework
Write a process paragraph
 Describe how to do something or make
something step-by-step
 Examples
• How to cook something
• How to play a sport
• How to do a basic task
• How to be a good HUFS student 
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