Writing 567 Bicycle essay

AN EXAMPLE OF A SIMPLE FIVE-PARAGRAPH ESSAY



The Benefits of Cycling

INTRODUCTORY PARA
GRABBER
idiom Once you have learned it, you will never forget how.
history – Bicycles were invented in the 18th Century.
anecdote – I have loved riding bicycle since I was a kid, and I still love to ride them.
quotation – Donald Trump, “I have the best bicycle, really really great. I am a bicycle genius.”

THESIS (idea) STATEMENT, same as a TOPIC SENTENCE in a paragraph
Cycling is an excellent alternate means of transportation for several reasons.
cycling – topic
excellent alternate transportation – controlling idea, your treatment of the topic
PREVIEW - 1. Cycling is much more inexpensive than driving a car.
2. Cycling provides an excellent opportunity to get in top physical shape.
3. Also, cycling is easier on the environment than driving your car.


BODY PARA 1
Riding your bicycle will help you save on the expenses of owning a car. As car insurance costs rise, everyone is looking for a way to cut down on transportation expenses. One alternative is to park your car and ride your bicycle. The money you save on gasoline and insurance will pay for an excellent bicycle which will last for years with little extra repair costs. Whereas a trip to the garage for your car usually costs $500 or $600, a trip to the bicycle repair shop often costs only $50 or $60.
BODY PARA 2
You can ride your bicycle to improve your health. Cycling to work three times a week will strengthen your heart and lungs. Also, you may find your waistline shrinking as you burn off that excess fat. Being in good physical shape helps you feel energetic and helps you to think clearly. Finally, a bit of exercise first thing in the morning puts you in a positive frame of mind for the entire day.
BODY PARA 3
Ride your bicycle to save the environment. Everybody these days is worried about pollution. Nobody likes to see dirty grey skies and to breathe dirty air. Leaving your car parked a few times each week will reduce the emissions from your car engine. Over time, less used oil will be released into the environment, and the mountains of rusting cars and worn out tires will shrink.
CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH – RESTATING THESIS STATEMENT, THREE IDEAS in different words, using different vocabulary
Use a thesaurus when you are writing if you are allowed.
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RESTATE THE THESIS STATEMENT In conclusion, cycling is a great alternative to driving your car.
RESTATE THE 3 POIINTS
Riding is a lot cheaper than driving.
You will get into top physical shape.
You will also be doing your part to save the environment.

CLINCHER – LIKE A GRABBER
Plus, it is a fun way to see the city and meet new people. So get out and ride your bicycle.