Hook Background information Thesis statement Transition sentence

To present evidence To introduce the main idea To discuss the conclusion To summarize the paragraph

Abstract and references Introduction, body, and conclusion The hook and thesis only The conclusion and references

Yes No Only if needed Not specified

Read widely Write only Ignore synonyms Use long words always

Provide background information Capture the reader's attention End the essay Explain the thesis

To end the essay To introduce new topics To guide the reader to the next point To restate the thesis

A single idea that supports the thesis Multiple unrelated ideas Only evidence The conclusion

Unfamiliar words and their meanings Bank accounts Phone numbers Weather notes

Incorporate at least one new vocabulary word into your essays Avoid new words Use only common words Use a thesaurus for every word