Introduction
Hook (stronger if you can add a metaphor)
Connecting Info
Background info
General information
Effect
Think about SECONDARY effects
Why is does this need a solution?
Thesis: Direct
Problem (effect)
Ideal Solution
Body 1: Cause
Reason the problem exists
Look for the ROOT cause (underlying causes)
Body 2: Solution (Must relate to the cause)
Why will this solution work?
Cost effective?
Successful in the past?
Logical?
Reasonable?
Body 3: Weaknesses
Why would someone disagree with you?
Disagree with the cause (different cause)
Disagree with the solution (different solution)
Problem with your solution
Maybe it solves some of the problem but not all of it.
Body 4: Alternative/ Supplement
Address the weaknesses
Defend your solution (do not write a NEW solution)
If you identified gaps, how would you fill those gaps?
Should it be combined with another solution?
Conclusion
Restate thesis
Summary
Closing statement
Suggestion
Opinion
Prediction
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How to write each paragraph?
S
Topic Sentence
1 Sentence
State your reason.
What is your paragraph about?
Write your topic sentence.
M
2-3 sentences MIN
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More Details.
Write some details about the situation. Think about the “Wh-” questions: Who, what, when, where, why, how? Don’t forget a transition or two: Furthermore, In addition, moreover, etc…
Do not use quotes or paraphrases. Do not use sources.
A
Quote: no longer than 3 lines (MLA) or 40 words (APA)
Paraphrase: USUALLY 1-3 sentences
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Authority- This is where you should put a quote or paraphrase.
Remember: Don’t drop a quote! You must introduce the quote or paraphrase AND provide in-text citation. For example: According to Kina Smith, “If you cannot cite it, you cannot write it” (Smith 4).
If you cannot find a quote or paraphrase that supports your reason, then it is not a strong enough reason for your argument.
R
2-3 sentences or more
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Relate to topic sentence. Analysis.
Do not paraphrase your quote again here. This is where you need to explain “how does this quote or paraphrase support my reason?”
Do not say “this quote explains” or anything like that.
T
1-2 sentences
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Tie back to thesis.
This is where you explain “how does the reason support your thesis?” This is a good time to make a “Therefore,…” or “As you can see,…” statement.
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1. *Each citation should have a number of data.*
2. A closing sentence in each main paragraph restates the topic of this paragraph and ties it back to the thesis.
3. Need analysis between sources
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Hook (stronger if you can add a metaphor)
Connecting Info
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