Example-Pointing to Instances (Chapter 6 pp. 186-194)
1. What is an example? Why do writers select/use examples, and what purpose do they serve?
2. Why is the method of giving examples indispensable? Compare and contrast good writers and bad writers in terms of examples.
3. List details concerning the thesis statement of an example writing piece, then create an original thesis concerning a self-selected example.
4. Although essays developed by example often start with an example or two, is this enough? Explain.
5. When in need of more examples. Where is the best place to find them? Explain.
6. What are the pros and cons of ‘making-up’ your own examples? That is, examples that may seem far-fetched.
7. What type of examples are most effective and why? How do specific examples enhance an essay?
8. Describe how other methods can be useful when giving examples.
9. Explain how an unvaried sentence structure can detract for the overall method of using examples. What does a varied sentence structure add to the process?
10. When revising an example essay, what five items should be reviewed? Elaborate briefly on each.