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Break apart the essay outline and try to arrange in order while in groups.
Copy essay outline.
- Introduction (3-5 sentences)
Hook: Grab the reader’s attention with a quote, scenario, vivid description, etc. Must be related to your topic. (1-2 sentences)
Thesis statement: Simply and clearly state your position on the issue – ROADMAP of the entire essay (1 sentence)
- Body Paragraph One
Topic Sentence
Quote/Paraphrase Evidence
evidence with a citation – one sentence
Commentary – 2 sentences (analyze/explain)
Quote/Paraphrase Evidence
evidence with a citation – one sentence
Commentary – 2 sentences (analyze/explain)
Conclude
III. Body Paragraph Two
Same as body paragraph 1
- Conclusion Summarize
restate your thesis statement and three arguments in different words
Make a closing statement. Tie your closing statement back to your opening hook.
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Thesis Statement Discussion and Notes
Sentence frames and examples:
SENTENCE FRAMES FOR THESIS WRITING
EXPOSITORY:
(Statement about the topic), such as (specific details about the topic).
World War II has many causes, such as ______ and _______.
ANALYTICAL:
In (title), (author) examines (theme/idea) through ___________ and ____________.
In “The Most Dangerous Game,” the author examines irony through Rainsford’s actions and General Zaroff’s words.
ARGUMENTATIVE
After examining (topic), it is clear that (position/idea) because (reason 1) and (reason 2).
After examining the death penalty, it is clear that the death penalty must be abolished because it cruel and unusual punishment and there are wrongful convictions.