English essay

1. Introduction Paragraph

1. Provide background information about the subject

1. Introduce the subject and include common ground with opponents

1. Draft the thesis statement with a declaration of your opinion

1. Paragraph 2

1. Compose a topic sentence with a statistic supporting your opinion

1. Write sentences with supportive detail/quotes about the statistic.

1. Paragraph 3

1. Draft a topic sentence that provides logical evidence behind your opinion

1. Write sentences with supportive detail/quotes about the evidence

1. Paragraph 4

1. Compose a topic sentence that presents the opposing point of view

1. Write sentences that counter the opposition

1. Paragraph 5

1. Restate your position

1. Write sentences that make a call to action or ask for agreement