Analytical Paragraph

WRITING SKILLS - ANALYTICAL PARAGRAPH
What is an analytical paragraph?
Analytical Paragraph writing - An analytical paragraph is a form of descriptive writing which is written on the basis of
a given chart, graph, data, outline, clues, table, etc. When writing an analytical paragraph, one should remember to
describe the facts in the best possible manner and to cover the information provided.
The analytical paragraph has to be written in around 100-120 words. So the paragraph must use clear and crisp
language along with providing complete details of the chart given in the question. There will be an internal choice
given.
You need to attempt one question out of the two questions of analytical paragraphs given as a choice. The question
carries 5 marks.
Features of an analytical paragraph writing-

i. It describes the given chart, table, data, graph, cues etc.
ii. It should be brief and comprehensive (include complete information) at the same time.
iii. It should state facts that are provided by the chart.
iv. It is necessary to make use of simple and accurate language.
v. It should mention figures and quantities appropriately.
vi. It is appropriate to use the same tense throughout the analytical paragraph.
vii. No personal observation or response should be provided.
viii. It would be preferable to use the passive form of the verb.
Format of Analytical paragraph writing

An analytical paragraph shall be divided into three parts-
i. Introduction
ii. Body of the paragraph and;
iii. Conclusion
Introduction: Explain in one or two lines the subject of the graph given
Body: Explain in detail what the graph is about, use relevant figures, explain trends, make comparisons and contrasts
and divide them into sub paragraphs, if required
Conclusion: Conclude the paragraph giving the overall view or summary of the graph
FORMAT OF ANALYTICAL PARAGRAPH
Let us discuss each of these in detail -
1. The introduction
The introduction is the first paragraph that should describe in brief what the graph is about. It should be like an
opening paragraph that introduces the reader to the context of the chart given. When writing the introductory
paragraph, you need not go into the details. You just need to mention what is clearly evident from the chart or the
graph given in the question. It is best to write the introduction in one or two lines.
2. The body of the paragraph
This part of the analytical paragraph should contain details of the graph/chart given in the question. It should contain
all the important information. It is extremely important to choose the significant details that should be included in
the paragraph.
The body can be broken into two or three sub-paragraphs depending on the information extracted from the graph.
Breaking the body into subparagraphs makes it easy for the reader to understand.
i. Organizing information: You should look for the large differences that are very prominent. You can mention the
aspect which is the smallest or the largest in the data given. Any aspects that are similar should be mentioned next.
You should further mention about the aspect that has remained unchanged or constant throughout.
ii. Comparing information: If the chart mentions two different parties, for example, men and women, refer to both of
them in the analytical paragraph. If there is any contrast or comparison that could be drawn, you must present it
effectively. If the chart is about a particular time period or highlights trends of several years, mention each year in a
concise manner. If any comparison or contrast can be done for two or more years, you should write about it too.
iii. Mentioning quantities: When including numbers and figures, their accuracy must be ensured. There are a number
of ways that can be used to describe quantities, for example- percentage, fraction, ratios, etc.
iv. Connecting sentences: If different information or ideas are there, you should use connectors or linking phrases to
link them logically. The sentences of the paragraph should be sequential and connected rationally.
3. The conclusion
The last paragraph should summarise the idea mentioned and the information in general. It should be concluding in
nature and act as the closing statement. One should keep in mind that one must not include any personal opinions,
conclusions, or observations. You should simply stick to the facts.
You need not dispose of the information to write a good analytical paragraph. The key is to choose wisely the
important information, organize it well, state correct facts and summarise it properly.
Useful tips for writing an analytical paragraph
For an introduction, you can start with the following phrases-

i. The chart given above describes
ii. The table suggests
iii. The line graph shows
iv. The data given provides information about
v. The pie chart illustrates, etc.
For describing trends, use phrases and words like- a pattern of growth, rapidly doubled, skyrocketed, striking
increase, peaked, soaring rates, declined, plummeted, levelled off, stagnated, fluctuate, starting to rise, starting to
fall, drop down, slightly, etc.
For describing quantities, use various styles like- 48% of, one-third of, nearly one-fourth of, almost 80%, majority, on
average, twice as much, almost equal, the highest, the lowest, very close to 2%, roughly, approximately 5% of, just
under three % etc.
For establishing a relationship or contrast, use phrases and words like- relationship between, similarly, in contrast
with, in comparison to, but in the opposite case, however, whereas, when it comes to, as opposed to, while, striking
difference, noticeable difference, etc.
For the conclusion and other connecting phrases use- overall, subsequently, in all, in a nutshell, for the chart given,
in short, striking changes, including, therefore, etc.
ANALYTICAL PARAGRAPH
Study the graph given below. The chart depicts the number of students of class tenth speaking English and Hindi in
three different types of schools in New Delhi. Based on the details given in the bar-graph given below, write an
analytical paragraph in 100-120 words. Do not add any extra information.
ANALYTICAL PARAGRAPH EXAMPLE: 1

SOLUTION 1
INTRODUCTION: The chart depicts the number of students of class tenth speaking English and Hindi in three
different types of schools in New Delhi.
BODY: The chart clearly illustrates that the number of students speaking Hindi in government schools is almost 3.5
times greater than the students who speak English. In contrast, two-third of the total students in private schools
prefer to speak in English. In KVs there is a slight difference between the choices of two languages, with Hindi being
spoken by 55% of students. On comparing the three type of given schools, government schools have the highest
number of Hindi speakers. Private schools are at the highest position among English speakers.
CONCLUSION: In a nutshell, Private school students prefer to speak English whereas government school students
choose Hindi over English to communicate. Students are almost evenly distributed in kvs on the basis of the
language spoken.
SOLUTION 2
INTRODUCTION: The chart illustrates the variation in the choice of English and Hindi language in three different
types of schools in New Delhi.
BODY: According to the graph, more than half of the government and KV school students use Hindi for expressing
themselves, but more government school students, that is, 80%, use the Hindi language as compared to KV school
where only 55% speak Hindi. In sharp contrast to this, approximately 70% or two-third of students of private schools,
speak in English. KV school is at a second position in the choice of English language with 20 out of 45 choose the
English language.
CONCLUSION: To summarise mostly Hindi speaking children study in Government schools and English speaking
children join a private school. KV school is chosen by a combination of English and Hindi speaking students.
SOLUTION 3
The chart demonstrates the numeration of students of class 10th speak English and Hindi in 3 types of different
schools in New Delhi. This indicates that the proportion of Hindi speakers is 3.5 times more than the English speakers
in government schools. In contrast with private schools, the symmetry of Hindi speakers is less than the English
speakers at 20% and 80% respectively. In view of KVS, Although, both languages are renowned. But, a major portion
prefers to speak in Hindi. That is, out of 35 students 30 students communicate in Hindi.
Overall, the Hindi language is more significant in government schools, While, English is most prominent in private
schools. And the language selection in KVS is evenly distributed for both the languages.
SOLUTION 4
The bar graph depicts the number of students of class tenth speaking English and Hindi in three different types of
school in New Delhi. The government school has ten per cent English spoken by children and thirty five the majority
speak Hindi. In private school the level of English speaking is much more than other two schools; it has thirty per
cent children speak English and only 15 per cent speak Hindi and the KVSs school children speak both English and
Hindi with minor difference; the English speaker has a percentage of 20 per cent and 25.5 of Hindi speaker. In
overall, private school English speaker than other two schools and the government has Hindi in majority and the KVS
have equal speaker only difference of .5.

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WRITING SKILLS - ANALYTICAL PARAGRAPH

What is an analytical paragraph?

Features of an analytical paragraph writing-

Format of Analytical paragraph writing

FORMAT OF ANALYTICAL PARAGRAPH

Let us discuss each of these in detail -

Useful tips for writing an analytical paragraph

For an introduction, you can start with the following phrases-

ANALYTICAL PARAGRAPH EXAMPLE: 1

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