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Introduction
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Hook: attract readers’ attention
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Place argument in context
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Thesis statement with arguable claim that narrows topic and previews points
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Body para 1
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Topic sentence that expresses the point you will argue to defend your claim
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Source sandwich* supporting topic sentence
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Source sandwich recognizing opposing view
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Refute opposing viewpoint
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Body para 2
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Topic sentence that expresses the point you will argue to defend your claim
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Source sandwich supporting topic sentence
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Source sandwich recognizing opposing view
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Refute opposing viewpoint
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Body para 3
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Topic sentence that expresses the point you will argue to defend your claim
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Source sandwich supporting topic sentence
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Source sandwich recognizing opposing view
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Refute opposing viewpoint (or accept if refutation not possible)
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Conclusion
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Choose a strategy to conclude 9recommendation, prediction, etc.). Do not merely summarize by repeating sentences from your essay.
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Be sure to write a memorable final sentence.
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Works Cited
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List your sources alphabetically, using MLA format
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