Assignment
Informative Essay Outline p1
Include: Sentence variety, Formal (3rd person), No contractions, No slang.
Introduction Paragraph
1. Hook - AQQS Anecdote (short, interesting true story), Quote, Question, Strong Statement
2. Background information (from sources)
3. Thesis sentence
1. Respond to the writing situation - Controlling idea of essay
Body (2-4) Paragraphs
1. Transition, Topic sentence - controlling idea (writing situation)
2. Lead in / quote - According to.../ evidence/ Cite (Source1)
2-3 supporting details from sources.
1. Transition/Explain- more you than the sources.
Conclusion Paragraph
1. Restate Thesis - use synonyms
2. Summarize your points
3. What is the significance to society? Why the information/ explanation is important.
4. Circle back to your Hook - address the anecdote, explain the quote, answer the question, support the strong statement - whichever applies.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.