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what is analytical paragraph with example​

Answer 1

Question:

what is analytical paragraph with example​?

Analytical Paragraph Writing Format:

An analytical paragraph shall be divided into three parts-

• Introduction

• Body of the paragraph and;

• Conclusion

Format of Analytical paragraph writing

Introduction:

(explain in one or two lines the subject of the graph given)

Body:

(explain in detail what the graph is about, use relevant figures, explain trends, make comparisons and contrasts, divide into sub paragraphs, if required)

 

Conclusion:

(conclude the paragraph giving the overall view or summary of the graph)

1. The introduction:

• The introduction is the first paragraph that should describe in brief what the graph is about.
• It should be like an opening paragraph that introduces the reader to the context of the chart given.
• When writing the introductory paragraph, you need not go into the details.
• You just need to mention what is clearly evident from the chart or the graph given in the question.
• It is best to write the introduction in one or two lines.

2. The body of the paragraph:

• This part of the analytical paragraph should contain details of the graph/chart given in the question.
• It should contain all the important information. It is extremely important to choose the significant details that should be included in the paragraph.

• The body can be broken into two or three sub-paragraphs depending on the information extracted from the graph.
• Breaking the body into subparagraphs makes it easy for the reader to understand.

i. Organizing information: You should look for the large differences that are very prominent. You can mention the aspect which is the smallest or the largest in the data given. Any aspects that are similar should be mentioned next. You should further mention about the aspect that has remained unchanged or constant throughout.

ii. Comparing information: If the chart mentions two different parties, for example, men and women, refer to both of them in the analytical paragraph. If there is any contrast or comparison that could be drawn, you must present it effectively. If the chart is about a particular time period or highlights trends of several years, mention each year in a concise manner. If any comparison or contrast can be done for two or more years, you should write about it too.

iii. Mentioning quantities: When including numbers and figures, their accuracy must be ensured. There are a number of ways that can be used to describe quantities, for example- percentage, fraction, ratios, etc.

iv. Connecting sentences: If different information or ideas are there, you should use connectors or linking phrases to link them logically. The sentences of the paragraph should be sequential and connected rationally.

3. The conclusion:

• The last paragraph should summarise the idea mentioned and the information in general.
• It should be concluding in nature and act as the closing statement.
• One should keep in mind that one must not include any personal opinions, conclusions, or observations.
• You should simply stick to the facts.

• You need not dispose of the information to write a good analytical paragraph.
• The key is to choose wisely the important information, organize it well, state correct facts and summarize it properly.

Example for analytical paragraph:

Refer to attachment for the graph

ANALYTICAL PARAGARPH:-

The survey shows that the performance of students in different subjects in terminal exams. Maths and Science showed some improvement in the second term with most students scoring higher marks. The scores in Maths and Science were above 80 in the first term. However in, Maths, most students scored above 90 marks in the second term. Students scored between 60-70 marks in Hindi and  English, which means more effort is required in the two subjects, especially in Hindi as the students scored less in the second term. There was a marginal improvement in the second term marks in  English and Social Science.

However, efforts must be made to ensure that the overall scores improve in the next academic session, hence teachers must plan accordingly in order to help students score higher marks.  Students must be given additional practice so that more students score 100 marks in Maths and  Science. This will help improve the school’s performance in the board examination.