HOW TO WRITE AN AMAZING RESEARCH PAPER

INTRODUCTION

general, relatable, and relevant statement

explain statement’s connection to topic

introduce and explain

content in prompt

generally explain your

answer to prompt
THESIS:
WHAT IS YOUR ARGUMENT?
(ONE SENTENCE)

BODY PARAGRAPHS
each paragraph should focus on one part of your thesis

each paragraph should support your thesis using evidence

what do experts say about your argument? does research-based data support your argument?

PROVE YOUR THESIS

RESTATE THESIS:
IN DIFFERENT WORDING, WHAT
DID YOU PROVE IN YOUR PAPER?

simply explain
your argument

evaluate the importance of your

argument – what does your argument
mean in the big picture? why should your
argument matter to the reader?

CONCLUSION