A five-paragraph essay follows ###### format. Here's the format: ###### is an introductory paragraph, ###### body paragraphs, and a ###### paragraph.

Starting Off Right: Writing A Good Introduction

The introduction has ###### goals. It has to ###### the reader interested. It ###### introduce the topic. It ###### must give a thesis.

###### your essay with a ###### interesting statement. This can ###### be accomplished by using ###### words.]]>
###### next few sentences should ###### your first statement. They ###### also prepare the reader ###### your thesis statement. This ###### usually the last sentence ###### the introduction. Your thesis ###### should provide your specific ######. Your claim is your ######. It is the thing ###### want to show is ###### in your essay.

Explaining Your Thesis: Writing Body Paragraphs

The ###### of the essay has ###### paragraphs.]]>
Here's how to write each paragraph:

First, state the main ###### of the paragraph. Then, ###### ideas that support the ###### idea. Finally, make a ###### statement.

There are many ###### to transition to the ###### paragraph. Transition words and ###### guide the reader through ###### essay. Here are some ######: moreover, in fact, on ###### whole, furthermore, as a ######, and for this reason.

Pulling It All Together: Writing A Conclusion

###### first sentence should restate ###### supporting claims. That means ###### should repeat the main ###### in the body paragraphs.]]>
Practice Writing A Five-Paragraph Essay

Follow these steps:

######. Decide your thesis.

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3. Write an introduction. ###### your thesis. Include your ######.

4. Write your first ###### paragraph. Start with stating ###### thesis again. Focus on ###### first piece of supporting ######.

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######. Write paragraph two. Focus ###### your second piece of ######. Connect your thesis and ###### piece of evidence.

7. ###### your second paragraph. Use ###### transitional sentence.

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######. Begin your concluding paragraph ###### restating your thesis. Include ###### three points you've used ###### prove your thesis.

10. ###### with a punch. Use ###### question, an anecdote, or ###### entertaining thought. Choose something ###### will stay with the ######.]]>