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This paragraph introduces the essay's purpose and includes a thorough thesis statement. Thesis statement should be ONE sentence that includes the essay's purpose along with three points that prove the that purpose. It also contains a clearly stated topic sentence (hook); the body fully and clearly explains the steps involved in doing or making something; the conclusion effectively ends the writing with the last step, with the author's perspective on the activity, or with a clincher statement
This paragraph should include the thesis statements first main point. It must be effectively explained using specific evidence. Thorough details must be given. The writer must be specific and end with a mini-conclusion of topic.
This paragraph should begin with a transition and include the thesis statements first main point. It must be effectively explained using specific evidence. Thorough details must be given. The writer must be specific and end with a mini-conclusion of topic.
The last paragraph should be a thorough summary of the points made within the essay. The points should once again be tied back to the essay purpose.
Punctuation, Capitalization, Consistent Point of view and verb tense. Essay should be checked for correct spelling and punctuation. Essay should also be edited prior to being handed in.
The writer consistently uses transitions, including time transitions that clarify the order of events.
Five paragraph essay with points arranged in an emphatic order. Each point is distinct using topic sentences taken from 3-part plan of development in thesis.
Essay should be typed in 12 pt font, Essays lengths should be a minimum of 1 typed page. Format clearly shows where each paragraph begins and ends. Essay