Mr. Fitzpatrick's Social Studies



Informational Essay ChecklistParagraph 1Components for Introductory ParagraphIncludedNot IncludedBackground: Provides at least three sentences that provides context of the question. Pretend I have never heard of the topic, give me a brief summary. Thesis: Must respond to the prompt and also introduce at least 2 supporting examples that you will talk about in your body paragraphs.Paragraph 2Components for Body ParagraphsMini- Thesis: a sentence that connects to the prompt and introduces the topic for the paragraph. This statement should represent one of your supporting examples from your thesis.Evidence: at least two facts, stats or quotes that support the mini-thesis with citations.Reasoning: several sentences that explain why the examples supports the mini-thesis.Paragraph 3Components for Body ParagraphsMini- Thesis: a sentence that connects to the prompt and introduces the topic for the paragraph. This statement should represent one of your supporting examples from your thesis.Evidence: at least two facts, stats or quotes that support the mini-thesis with citations.Reasoning: several sentences that explain why the examples supports the mini-thesis.Paragraph 4Component for ConclusionConclusion: a paragraph that summarizes the entire essay without providing new information. This highlight the most important information from your essay that leaves the reader with a strong impression of your writing.Make sure to submit your essay by _______________________@ 10pm to ................
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