Problem-Solution
Mode of Discourse
One should always
have to have at
RECAP least two topics or
TRUE OR FALSE subjects to be able
to do comparison-
contrast.
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A block pattern
RECAP discusses the first
subject fully before
TRUE OR FALSE
the second one and
all its characteristics.
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It is a must for a writer
RECAP to use cohesive devises
in doing cause-effect to
TRUE OR FALSE communicate his/her
ideas to the readers.
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Problem-Solution
Healing a Child’s
Stitches and Burns
By Emerson T. Armero
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A problem/solution essay
presents a problem,
Problem- usually discussing
Solution several aspects of the
problem, then concludes
by discussing solutions
to the problem.
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• Describe the problem only in terms
P of its effects.
Effects only
R • Use examples
O • Outline the causes and effects of
B Causes and the problem.
Effects
LE
M Extended
After a topic sentence, illustrate the
problem by using an extended example
through a story or an anecdote.
Example
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Preventive Measures Ways to prevent the problem from
O occurring in the first place
L Suggest the easiest and most obvious
A Series of Steps solution first, but if that doesn’t work, try
U something else, etc.
TI Give some advice and helpful hints.
Advice
O
N Include solutions that have already been
tried, have been unsuccessful, and new
A Choice of Solution solutions which you are proposing.
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Transitional Devices
Introduction Body Conclusion
• Nowadays… • For • In conclusion…
• It is a common instance… • To conclude…
trend that…
• Society is • Such as/like… • To sum up…
becoming • Namely…
increasingly
concerned
about…
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Choose a specific problem and
try to propose solutions for it.
Write your insights in a short
paragraph following the Writing
problem-and solution pattern of
development. Make use of Task
correct transitional devices in
your text.
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RUBRIC
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20 pts 15 pts No point
The paragraph The paragraph The paragraph
states cause and states cause and states no cause
effect and all effect but few and effect and it
transitional transitional uses
devices are devices are used. inappropriate
properly used. transitional
devices.
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NES
NKY TU
FU
Launch
IN
BOFF
Thank You!