Introductory Paragraph

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SAT Essay Outline
General Statement about the topic
Introductory Paragraph
GeneralTo Specific
Introduce both examples (title, author, genre if
its a work of literature)
Thesis clearly state connection between your
examples task/question posed.
Topic Sentence State how example 1 applies to
the task/question
Body Paragraph 1 Example 1
Using details, explain how the example supports
your thesis. If you are using a work of
literature, include analysis of literary elements
(characterization, motivation, conflict,
symbolism, foreshadowing, etc.)
Clincher Rephrase your topic sentence.
Topic Sentence State how example 2 applies to
the task/question
Body Paragraph 2 Example 2
Using details, explain how the example supports
your thesis. If you are using a work of
literature, include analysis of literary elements
(characterization, motivation, conflict,
symbolism, foreshadowing, etc.)
Clincher Rephrase your topic sentence
Rephrase Thesis
Specific To General
Summarize your ideas as stated in your topic
sentences
Conclusion
Universal Statement Make connection to life in
general