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ation from reputable sources to support it.

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Expresses a main idea that is m

entioned in the introduction and that supports the thesis statem

ent. Supported in turn by three details that closely

relate to the main idea and strengthen the overall argum

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entioned in the introduction and that supports the thesis statem

ent. Supported in turn by three details that closely

relate to the main idea and strengthen the overall argum

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Paragraph #4: BODY PARAGRAPH

-The first sentence is your topic sentence which discussed your third thesis statement.

-Include statements, facts or quotations about your topic.

-The final sentence is the concluding statement (wrap up your paragraph!)

Paragraph #5: CONCLUSION

-Use transition words to conclude your final paragraph.

-Re-state your thesis (avoid using word for word).

-The final sentence should leave the reader with a final thought (leave them thinking!)

Paragraph #1: INTRODUCTION

-The first sentence is called the ‘attention grabber’.

-Include 2-3 general statements about your topic.

-The final sentence is the thesis statement (topic + opinion + 3 reasons).

Paragraph #2: BODY PARAGRAPH

-The first sentence is your topic sentence which discussed your first thesis statement.

-Include statements, facts or quotations about your topic.

-The final sentence is the concluding statement (wrap up your paragraph!)

Paragraph #3: BODY PARAGRAPH

-The first sentence is your topic sentence which discussed your second thesis statement.

-Include statements, facts or quotations about your topic.

-The final sentence is the concluding statement (wrap up your paragraph!)