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Thesis statement clearly addresses the prompt and takes a clear stand on the controversial topic.
Supporting paragraphs contain clear topic sentences that support the thesis. If a source is used, it must be clearly cited in MLA format.
Conclusion of essay may provide a summation of of reasoning and support, but does not repeat it. It may also contain a statement of benefits or final appeals to emotion or reason.
A well developed essay will contain at least 5 paragraphs totalling at least 500 words; it will have a clear thesis statement with supportive reasoning and examples