其中,第一张图显示了正文内容超过了中心句内容;第二张图则相反;第三张图中正文内容与中心句题才是相吻合的。(*号表示在双边型结构的文章中没有主体段的第三段。)
接下来我们通过实例来了解中心句, 主题句与总结段的布置。比如:
Topic1: Is it not necessary to learn the skill of cooking due to the success of convenience food and read-made meals?
Thesis statement: But in my opinion, cooking is a very important ability we should not lose。
Topic sentence 1: First of all, the fact is that ready-made meals are not usually that good for us。
Topic sentence 2: Moreover, it is extremely important for children to learn how to cook, so that they will be fully independent when they grow up。
Topic sentence 3: Speaking personally, I have always enjoyed experimenting in the kitchen, by cooking slightly unconventional meals。
Conclusion: In conclusion, although some use of convenience food is natural, no one should rely on it exclusively at the expense of home-cooked food. Not only is this unhealthy but it is also threatening important skills with extinction。
Topic 2: Who should be responsible for our old people?
Thesis statement: In my essay I would like to note four different models。
Topic sentence 1: Firstly, the company can be responsible for their retired employees。
Topic sentence 2: A second solution is that the government has to have the responsibility for the old people’s care。
Topic sentence 3: Another way of solving this problem is to give back the responsibility to the individual。
Topic sentence 4: A last solution is to go back to the old model of the big family who cares for all their members。
Conclusion: To sum up I have to admit that I can’t find a really good solution for this problem. All models have advantages and disadvantages. Certainly we will have to go on thinking。
Topic3: Should students in high school study music as a compulsory school subject?
Thesis statement: While some think the study of music in high school is a waste of valuable school time, musical training and study is an important part of educational development。
Topic sentence 1: It is true that when it comes to the study and application of music, not everyone is suited。
Topic sentence 2: On the other hand, it is quite well-known that music can play an important part in the development of the human brain。
Conclusion: While not every student may be musically inclined, the study of music is a valuable inclusion in any student’s course of study. In addition to being excellent for mental growth and development, students of music learn discipline, persistence and patience. Music should be a compulsory part of a high school student’s education。