Writing an essay

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Writing an essay

structure:

introduction

arguments for or against

arguments against or for

conclusion (your opinion)

Introduction:

An attention -grabbing "hook"

A thesis statement

A preview of the three subtopics you will discuss in the body

First Body Paragraph:

Topic sentence which states the first topic and opens with a transition

Supporting details or examples

An explanation of how this example proves your thesis

Second Body Paragraph:

Topic sentence which states the second topic and opens with a transition

Supporting details or examples

An explanation of how this example proves your thesis

Conclusion:

Concluding Transition, Reverse "hook"

Rephrasing main topic and subtopic

Global statement or call to action