Meeting 7 - Writing Intensive Course 2024

MEETING 7_WRITING INTENSIVE COURSE
SIMPLE SENTENCES
Lecturers:
1.Dr. Lilia Indriani, M.Pd. (Class 3, Class 4)
2.Candradewi Wahyu Anggraeni, M.Pd. (Class 1, Class 2, Class 3)
3. Paulina Besty Fortinasari, M.Hum. (Class 1, Class 2, Class 4)
The writing topic for 7th Writing Diary: Describing a friend next to you
Let’s Do These Games
• https://www.esl-lab.com/easy/college-life-games/
• https://www.esl-lab.com/easy/family-activities-games/
• https://www.esl-lab.com/easy/college-graduation-games/
LEARNING GOALS
• Explore the concept of simple
sentences
• Identify/ analyze the use simple
sentences in the English text
• Practice the use of simple sentences by
writing the sentences
I am a complete thought, expressed in
the simplest way, With a subject and
predicate, I have my say. I may have one
or many, but always at least two, To make
my meaning clear, and see it through.
What am I?
I AM A SIMPLE SENTENCE.
• Simple sentences are the most basic type of sentence in the
English language.
• They are made up of a subject and a predicate that expresses a
complete thought.
• A simple sentence can have one or more subjects and one or
more predicates, but it must contain at least one subject and one
predicate.
I am a sentence, plain and neat, With
subject, verb, and object complete.
Sometimes I'm short, just subject and
verb, or subject and object, with a
different curve.
What am I?
I AM THE STRUCTURE OF A SIMPLE SENTENCE.
• The structure of a simple sentence is typically subject-verb-object
(SVO). However, a simple sentence can also be subject-verb (SV) or
subject-object (SO).
• Here are some examples of each:
❑SVO: The cat chased the mouse.
❑SV: The cat meowed.
❑SO: The mouse ran away.
Let’s read the dialogue
• The student: Mrs. Ayunda, what's so special
about simple sentences?
• Mrs. Ayunda : They're clear and concise! They
have one complete thought and only one
independent clause.
• The student: Like, "Birds fly"?
• Mrs. Ayunda : Exactly! Simple but effective.
CHARACTERISTICS OF SIMPLE SENTENCES
❑Simple sentences have a few key characteristics that set them apart
from other types of sentences:
1. They express a complete thought.
2. They have only one independent clause.
3. They are easy to understand and concise.
Examples of Simple Sentences
• Here are some examples of simple
sentences:
1. The sun is shining.
2. She loves to read.
3. He plays guitar.
4. They went to the beach.
5. I am hungry.
TIPS FOR WRITING SIMPLE SENTENCES
❑When writing simple sentences, it is important to keep them clear

and concise. Here are some tips to help you write effective simple
sentences:
1. Use active voice.
2. Keep sentences short and to the point.
3. Avoid using complex sentence structures.
4. Use strong verbs and avoid unnecessary adjectives and adverbs.
What can we infer?
❑Simple sentences are the building blocks of the English
language.
❑They are easy to understand and express a complete
thought.
❑By following the tips above, you can write effective and
engaging simple sentences that will make your writing clear
and concise.
COMPONENTS OF SIMPLE SENTENCES
COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION PARTS OF SPEECH PURPOSE EXAMPLE
SUBJECT the person, place, a noun or pronoun The subject tells us The cat sat on the
thing, or idea that the and can be either who or what is mat.
sentence is about singular or plural doing the action in
the sentence.
PREDICATE the part of the a verb and any The predicate The cat sat on the
sentence that tells us objects or usually comes after mat.
what the subject is complements that the subject.
doing follow the verb
OBJECT the person, place, a noun or pronoun The object usually The cat sat on the
thing, or idea that is and can be either comes after the mat.
affected by the action singular or plural verb.
of the verb.
TYPES OF SIMPLE SENTENCES
• Simple sentences can be declarative, interrogative,

imperative, or exclamatory.
• Understanding the different types of simple sentences
can help you write more effectively and communicate
your ideas clearly.
TENSES AND SIMPLE SENTENCES
•Simple Present Tense
•Simple Past Tense
•Simple Future Tense
Let’s write the simple sentences by using:
• SIMPLE PRESENT TENSE
• SIMPLE PAST TENSE
• SIMPLE FUTURE TENSE
THE CASE-METHOD OF SIMPLE SENTENCES
1. Make a group of 5 students
2. PART A:
Analyze three following texts
a. An Exciting College Life
b. My Memorable First Day of College
c. My Productive Tomorrow
Answers the following questions

a. What is the purpose of the text (each text)?
b. What kind of tenses are used in the text?
c. Why does the writer use different tenses in the texts “An Exciting College Life, My
Memorable First Day of College, and My Productive Tomorrow”?
An Exciting College Life
College life is full of challenges and
opportunities. Students attend classes, study
hard for exams, and complete assignments.
They also join clubs, make new friends, and
explore their interests. It is a time of growth
and discovery. Sometimes, it gets tough, but
students learn to manage their time, ask for
help, and never give up. In the end, the
college prepares them for the future and
helps them achieve their dreams.
My Memorable First Day of College
I woke up early and felt a mix of

excitement and nervousness. I grabbed my
backpack, which was filled with new
notebooks and pens. I arrived on campus
and was amazed by the beautiful buildings
and bustling crowds. I found my first class
and took a seat. The professor introduced
the course, and I took notes diligently. I met
some friendly classmates during breaks and
felt a sense of belonging. It was a memorable
day that marked the start of my college
journey.
My Productive Tomorrow
Tomorrow, I will wake up early and
go for a jog in the park. Afterward, I will
have a healthy breakfast and then start
working on my assignments. In the
afternoon, I will meet up with some
friends for coffee and catch up. In the
evening, I will cook a delicious dinner and
relax with a good book. It will be a
productive and enjoyable day.
PART B
Identify the mistakes in this text and revise it into the correct
paragraph.
My Love for English
My favorite course in college are definitely English. I loves
learning about the language and literature. The lectures is always
fascinating, and I find myself taking tons of notes. My professor, Dr.
Smith, is so knowledgeable and passionate about the subject. He make
the complex theories easy to understand. I also enjoys the group
discussions and projects, it are a great way to apply what we learn in
class. English is not only interesting but also relevant to everyday life. I
is so glad I choose this major!
PART C
• Create sentences by using these pictures and instructions
1. Simple Present Tense
• 2. Simple Past Tense
3. Simple Future Tense
CLUES FOR MID-TERM TEST
❑ There are Part A and Part B
❑Part A= 30 questions (60 points)
❑Part B= 2 questions (40 points)
❑In Part A= Arranging jumbled sentences, revising the mistakes in the
sentence/ dialogue, analyzing the phrases, writing sentences, and
explaining the purposes of the discussed materials in Meetings 1-7
❑In Part B=
• Analyzing and creating simple sentences by using the provided picture.
• Writing a paragraph (7-10 sentences) by using the provided picture.

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❑When writing simple sentences, it is important to keep them clear

• Simple sentences can be declarative, interrogative,

Answers the following questions

I woke up early and felt a mix of

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