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Simple and complex plans
Textbook: p. 22
GoalDistinguish simple and complex plans and turn a simple plan into a complex one.
New words
simple plan · sodda rejacomplex plan · murakkab rejaitem · bandsub-item · kichik band
Explanation
In a simple plan the topic is divided into parts once, in one stage. In a complex plan each of these parts is divided again into smaller items. An essay with a simple plan also has an introduction, main part and conclusion, but in a complex plan they are much clearer. Making a complex plan takes more work but makes writing easier: what to write in each item is known in advance. Large or many-sided topics usually get a complex plan. When planning, items unrelated to the topic are removed.
Worked examples
Simple: 1. Nature in spring. 2. Navro‘z. 3. Farmers’ work.
Complex: 2. Navro‘z: 2.1. History of the holiday; 2.2. Sumalak and national dishes; 2.3. Folk games.
Class activity
Growing a plan: each group splits one item of a simple plan into two or three sub-items.
Practice
1
How does a simple plan differ from a complex plan?
In a complex plan the parts are divided into inner parts.
2
Make a simple plan for “My city” and split one item into sub-items.
Simple: 1) history; 2) beautiful places; 3) people. Item 2: 2.1 parks; 2.2 ancient buildings.
3
What happens if the item “City history” is added to a plan on “My friend”?
It is an extra item and goes off topic.
4
Why does a complex plan make writing easier?
The content of each sub-item is clear in advance, so thoughts are presented in order.