Research Essay Outline Introductory Paragraph
Research Essay Outline
Introductory Paragraph
Hook
Background
Thesis Statement
Three Sub-points
Body Paragraph #1
Topic Sentence
Evidence
Explanation
Transition sentence
Body Paragraph #2
Topic Sentence
Evidence
Explanation
Counterclaim
Rebuttal
Transition sentence
Body Paragraph #3
Topic Sentence
Evidence
Explanation
Transition sentence
Concluding Paragraph
Restate the topic, explain why it’s important
Restate your thesis
Briefly summarize your main points
Make a call to action (if appropriate) or give a final thought.
Works Cited
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