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I. Introduction

3-5 Sentences. Introduces the topic and consists of a hook, a thesis statement, and a brief summary of arguments.
Does this essay include a hook?
The hook may be a quote, description, or scenario that grabs the reader's attention.
Does this essay briefly state 3 arguments?
Arguments are used to convince the reader of the writer's position.
Does this essay have a thesis statement?
A thesis statement will clearly state the writer's position on an issue.

II. Body Paragraph

5-8 sentences. Explains Argument 1 and includes supporting evidence and details.
Argument 1 is the topic sentence for this paragraph.
Examples, facts, statistics, quotes, etc. which support Argument 1.
Wraps up this paragraph and transitions to the next topic.

III. Body Paragraph

5-8 sentences. Explains Argument 2 and includes supporting evidence and details.
Argument 2 is the topic sentence for this paragraph.
Examples, facts, statistics, quotes, etc. which support Argument 2.
Wraps up this paragraph and transitions to the next topic.

IV. Body Paragraph

5-8 sentences. Explains Argument 3 and includes supporting evidence and details.
Argument 3 is the topic sentence for this paragraph.
Examples, facts, statistics, quotes, etc. which support Argument 3.
Wraps up this paragraph and transitions to the next topic.

V. Conclusion

3-5 sentences. Concludes the essay by summarizing the arguments, restating the thesis, and making a closing statement.
Does this essay summarize the arguments?
This summary may reflect the argument summary in the introduction.
Does this essay restate the thesis?
The thesis should be restated in other words, similar to the introduction.
Does this essay include a closing statement?
This statement is tied back to the hook in the introduction.
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