Conclusion sentence Topic sentence Supporting sentence Transitional sentence

Provide evidence, examples, and explanations to support the main idea Introduce the main idea Wrap up the paragraph Transition to the next paragraph

It wraps up the paragraph by summarizing the main idea and can also transition to the next paragraph. It provides new evidence It introduces the topic It repeats the topic sentence

Grammatical correctness Logical flow of ideas within a paragraph Length of sentences Number of examples

Using transition words such as for example and in addition. Relying on long, complex sentences without transitions. Introducing new topics in every sentence. Avoiding pronouns.

Topic sentence, supporting sentences, concluding sentence Thesis, body, conclusion Introduction, body, references Claim, counterclaim, rebuttal

A single idea that supports the main argument Multiple unrelated ideas Only quotes A list of facts without connection

Provide evidence, analysis, and support for the main argument Show off vocabulary Lengthen the essay Replace the thesis

Topic sentence Concluding sentence Supporting sentence Transitional sentence

Cohesion Coherence Punctuation Style