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1) Introduction/Claim (One paragraph)
• Start with a hook or attention-getting sentence.
• Briefly summarize the texts
• State your claim. Make sure you are restating the prompt.
2) Body Paragraph: Evidence/Support/Warrant
• Include a topic sentence that restates your claim and your reason.
o Example: Video games are harmful because____________.
• Include text evidence that supports your reason.
o Example: The author shows that video games are harmful because in paragraph 2 it
states____________
• Include an explanation (warrant) that shows how your text evidence proved your claim.
o Example: The author uses this evidence to show how/that_____________.
3) Body Paragraph: Evidence/Support/Warrant
• · Include a topic sentence that restates your claim and your reason.
o Example: Video games are harmful because____________.
• Include text evidence that supports your reason.
o Example: The author shows that video games are harmful because in paragraph 2 it
states____________
• Include an explanation (warrant) that shows how your text evidence proved your claim.
o Example: The author uses this evidence to show how/that_____________
4) Counterclaim Paragraph:
• Explain what others who don’t agree with your claim might say.
o Example: Some people might disagree. They may believe_____ because____.
5) Conclusion (One paragraph)
• Restate your claim and summarize your reasoning.
o Example: In conclusion, the text shows that video games are harmful by pointing out that ____.