Integrated Essay Template (Writing Question One)

The Introduction
No matter what question style is used, write your introduction using the
following template:
 The reading and the lecture are both about _____. 
 While the author of the article argues that ____, the lecturer disputes
the claims mentioned in the article.
 His position is that _____.

The Body Paragraphs

Use the following templates for the body paragraphs:
 According to the reading  _____.
 The article mentions that ____.
 This specific argument is challenged by the lecturer.
 He claims that ____.
 Additionally, he points out that ______.
–

 Secondly, the author suggests ______.

 The article notes that _____.
 The lecturer, however, asserts that ______.
 He goes on to say that ______.
–

 Finally, the author puts forth the idea that _____.

 The author contends that ____.
 In contrast, the lecturer’s stance is  _____.
 He says that _____.

You don’t need a conclusion.

280 to 300 words

 
Independent Essay Template (Writing Question
Two)
Paragraph 1 (Introduction)
 Sentence One: The “Hook”
This is an interesting sentence that introduces the general topic of
the essay.  Try something like:  “Most people in the world think
that…“

 Sentence Two: The Main Point

This is your main argument. Start with “Personally, I believe…“

 Sentence Three: The Transition

Just use: “There are several reasons why I feel this way, which I
will explore in the following essay.”

Paragraph Two (Body 1)

 Sentence One: A Topic Sentence
Summarize your first supporting reason. Try: “To begin with,…“.

 Sentences Two and Three: The Explanation

Explain what you mean, without talking directly about a personal
experience.

 Sentence Four: The Transition

Just use: “My personal experience is a compelling example of
this.“

 Sentence Six to End: The Personal Example

An example from your life that illustrates this argument. It should
make up about 60% of the body paragraph.

Paragraph Three (Body 2)

 Sentence One: A Topic Sentence
Summarize your second supporting reason. Begin with
“Furthermore,…“.
  Sentences Two and Three: The Explanation
Explain what you mean. Shorten to one sentence if necessary.

 Sentence Four: The Transition

Just use: “For instance,“

 Sentences Five to End: The Personal Example

An example from your life that illustrates this argument. Again, it
should make up about 60% of the paragraph.

Paragraph Four (conclusion)

 Sentence One: Restate the Thesis
Paraphrase your thesis. Begin with “In conclusion, I strongly feel
that…“.

 Sentence Two: Restate the Two Reasons

Just use: “This is because ______, and _______.“

380 to 400 words..