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TAMI MITA ATMI AMIT MIAT

Thesis:

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Introductory Paragraph: Thesis:

Body 1 Topic sentence:

Idea and support sentence(s):

Quote with (p. __):

Connect quote to idea:

Idea and support sentence(s):

Closing sentence:

Body 2 -

Topic sentence:

Idea and support sentence(s):

Quote (p. __):

Connect quote to idea:

Idea and support sentence(s):

Closing sentence:

Body 3 Topic sentence:

Idea and support sentence(s):

Quote (p. __):

Connect quote to idea:

Idea and support sentence(s):

Closing sentence:

Closing Paragraph Wrap up Sentence (covers 3 ideas):

Thesis:

Compose a first draft of your essay. This is your essay fully composed. This is an introductory paragraph, three body paragraphs, and one concluding paragraph. Following this, you will revise and edit your essay based around the following criteria. By following the list below, your literary essay will become stronger.

Organization 1. Is there a clear introduction, body, and conclusion? 2. Does the introduction provide sufficient background for the reader? Are the "who," "where," "why," "what," and "how" questions addressed? 3. Is there a thesis sentence? Is the purpose of the essay clear? 4. Does the essay move from general to specific? 5. Are there sufficient transitions between related ideas? 6. Is the overall organization murky or clean? In other words, does the writer avoid introducing new material in the conclusion or switching subjects in the middle of a paragraph in the body? 7. Does every paragraph address the subject matter of the thesis in some way? Content and Style 1. Does the essay show that the writer has a knowledge of the audience? 2. Is the length appropriate and adequate? 3. Has the writer used sufficient examples and detail to make his or her points clearly? 4. Has the assignment been addressed? 5. Is the tone of the essay appropriate? 6. Has the writer avoided insulting the reader? 7. Is the tone of the essay professional and appropriate? 8. Is the language convincing, clear, and concise? 9. Has the writer used fresh language and a creative approach? Proofreading 1. Has the writer checked grammar and punctuation? 2. Has the writer ensured there are no past tense verbs? 3. Has the writer ensured there are no writing tips errors? 4. Has the writer spell checked the essay? 5. Has the writer checked for his or her particular pattern of error? 6. Are the page numbers correct? 7. Is the title capitalized correctly? 8. Has the writer used the correct margin and font?

Compose your final draft with the revisions and edits from step three. Your final copy should be typed and also be in the following format: 12 font, Times-New Roman, white paper, double spaced, black ink. Add a title page. See below for a sample

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