Integrated Essay Template

Paragraph One (Introduction):

 The reading and the lecture are both about ________, which is _________.
 The author of the reading believes that ______________________.
 The lecturer casts doubt on the claims made in the article.
 He/She thinks that _____________________.

Paragraph Two (Body)

 First of all, the author claims that __________________.
 The author believes ______________________.
 This point is challenged by the lecturer.
 The professor says that ____________________.
 Furthermore, she points out _____________________.

Paragraph Three (Body)

 Secondly, the author states that ______________.
 He argues ______________.
 This argument is rebutted by the lecturer
 She suggests _____________________.
 She elaborates on this by mentioning that _______________.

Paragraph Four (Body)

 Finally, the author mentions that _____________.
 He is of the opinion that _____________
 The lecturer, on the other hand, feels that _____________.
 She puts forth the idea that _______________________.

Paragraph Five (Conclusion)

Note that a conclusion is unnecessary, but if you feel that you must write one, you can use this
short template:
 In conclusion, the lecture and the reading are both about ______________.
 The professor effectively challenges the claims made in the article.
Your integrated essay should be about 250-300 words in length.