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Process paragraph – Writing portfolio 3

Name: _____________ ID: __________________________ Section: _______

A process paragraph explains how to do something step by step. If the process paragraph is written clearly, the reader should be able to follow the steps to complete the task.

One of the most important features of a process paragraph is the use of time-order signal words. These signal words tell the order of the steps in the process. In this example, the author uses the words first, second, also, and finally. Other common words that you can use include: then, next, later, before, before that, after, after that.

Another common feature in a process paragraph is the use of imperative verbs. Imperative verbs are verbs that are used to give instructions, directions, or steps in a process by addressing the reader/listener directly. In the sample paragraph above, we have the imperative verbs like stay away, swim, avoid, and others.

When writing a process paragraph, sometimes you will encounter circumstances where you have to write in passive voice and modals + passive to explain step-by-step instructions

Exercise 1:

To practice turning imperative sentences in a process paragraph into passive voice, change all of the sentences in the following paragraph. You can use either present simple passive or modal with passive.

How to Boil an Egg

To boil an egg, first, get a pot big enough to hold one egg. Next, fill the pot ⅘ full with water. Put in the pot on the stove. After that, turn the heat to high and wait until the water boils. Boil the egg in the water for three minutes. Finally, take the egg out of the pot and put it in an egg cup. Now you can eat the egg.

(University of Victoria, 2018)

How to Boil an Egg

To boil an egg, first the egg must be put in a pot that is big enough to hold one egg. …………………....

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Pre-writing

In this portfolio, you are going to write a 150-word process paragraph about one of the following topics:

· How to submit an assignment to Google Classroom

· How to do a DIY project (you can choose a project that you like)

· How to make a dish (you can choose a recipe that you like)

· How to change an iPhone battery on your own

First Draft

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Check the quality of your writing by using the table below. If you tick “No”, revise your sentence(s).

Yes	No	Self-Assessment
		Does my topic sentence tell what the task/process is about?
		Does my topic sentence contain a controlling idea?
		Do I give detailed information, background details, tools needed for the tasks, or reason?
		Does my concluding sentence offer a suggestion or warning to help the reader understand the importance of following the steps?
		Do I use time-order words to connect the steps?
		Do I write with appropriate tenses? (imperative verbs, present simple passive, modal + passive)
		Does every sentence begin with a capital letter?
		Does every sentence have a final punctuation (period, question/exclamation mark)?
		Do I indent my paragraph?

Final Draft

Topic : ____________________________________________________________________

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Process Paragraph Rubric:

Criteria	Mark
Content & Ideas There is one clear, well-focused topic. Process is described with clear steps. Steps are explained with enough details. The concluding statement is clear and repeats key words from the topic sentence.	/3
Organization Paragraph has topic sentence, body, and concluding sentence. Steps follow chronological or logical order. The use of transitions makes the paragraph easy to read.	/2
Word Choice A variety of high frequency vocabulary is used appropriately.	/3
Grammar Sentences are complete, with clear subject and verb. Correct forms of imperative verbs and passive voice of modals and present simple are used.	/3
Mechanics Spelling and punctuation are used correctly throughout the entire paragraph. Paragraph is indented.	/2
Process All stages in the writing process (planning, editing & writing) are properly followed and accomplished. Submission deadlines of first and final drafts are met.	/2
TOTAL	/15