It is separated into 3 parts:

1. the introduction
2. the body paragraphs
3. the conclusion

The Introduction
How to Write a Hook
Every introduction needs an attention-grabber, also called the hook. The following are some tips
and tricks to write a good hook:

● using a question
● using a powerful statement
● using a quote
● using an anecdotal story or a personal experience
● using a current event

A thesis statement is a sentence stating a position on any given topic.

It must:

● Express a clear position on the topic

● Be specific
● Give the reader the direction of the text
● Be short, usually a single sentence
● Every argument from the body paragraphs needs to back up the thesis statement.

In the current case, the thesis statement shows your position on the proposed question in
the Student Booklet on the day of the evaluation.

The Body Paragraphs

A topic sentence: A topic sentence, or key sentence, is the first sentence of a paragraph that
prepares the audience for the information to come. Each body paragraph must have its own
topic sentence. The topic sentence must tell the reader what to expect in the paragraph.

Supporting evidence: Body paragraphs contain information to back up claims with supporting
points, examples, research, statistics, studies, and quotes.

Keep in mind that the access to the Preparation Booklet or to any personal notes is not
permitted. Memorize information on the topic before the written production.
After the topic sentence, the rest of the paragraph should contain supporting sentences
to back up the main idea. Fill the main body of the essay with a mixture of substance and
analysis.

A concluding sentence: Briefly summarize the information mentioned before moving on to the
next section.

The Conclusion

The conclusion has 2 parts:

Summarize briefly the arguments presented in the opinion piece in 1 or 2 sentences.

To summarize briefly the arguments, you can rephrase the thesis statement from the
introduction.

Finish with a final thought

The final thought is the most important part of the conclusion: it needs to leave a lasting
impression on the audience.

Here are some efficient ways to write the final thought:

End with a warning or some instructions

● Ask a relevant or shocking question
● End with a recommendation
● End with a powerful statement
● End with a warning or instructions