A focused, debatable, and specific thesis statement that identifies what larger conversation you are entering as well as the position your paper will advance. Several effectively organized body paragraphs that provide support for your thesis statement by illustrating to your readers the specific reasons why it is true. Each body paragraph should contain all of the elements of the AXES body paragraph format. Appropriate use of paraphrasing, summary, and direct quotes from the authors you incorporate into your argument
Correct MLA format, including proper in-text citation and a works cited page. Effective tone and word choices that consider subject matter, target audience, and purpose in an attempt to maximize persuasiveness
Introductory paragraph(s) that provide background, consider what others say in regard to this conversation, introduce any controversy, and present your opinionated, focused response in the form of a thesis statement
A concluding paragraph that reiterates your thesis while contextualizing the assertions you make in a way that makes them more significant to your reader and the larger conversation. why is it important that they agree with you? (