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How to Write an Essay in 5 Easy Steps
Pick a topic.
Brainstorm.
Write down any idea that comes to your head about things you’d like to include,
including key points, examples, and illustrations.
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Organize.
Pick out a thesis, or main point you are trying to prove. This will
become your first paragraph.
1st paragraph- State your thesis and add a transitional hook that alerts the reader
to what they can expect in the body of the paper
3rd paragraph- This should be your second strongest argument or point. Include
examples and illustrations.
4th paragraph- This should be your weakest argument or point. Include examples
and illustrations.
5th paragraph- This is your conclusion. Restate the thesis, summarize your three
points, and make a strong final statement that ties up and concludes the essay.
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Revise.
Read your paper over after not viewing it for a while so you can
see it with fresh eyes. Look for ways you could strengthen your
argument or grammar. Have a friend read it over and give you
feedback.
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HOW TO WRITE A PERFECT ESSAY?
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Make sure you understand the topic you’re going to write about
Circle back to your introductory paragraph if it’s giving you a hard time
Cite reputable sources and use these quotes to support your opinion
Finish by summing up the point you made and how you came to it
Check for errors and to make sure your essay hits the nail on the head
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