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The following template is designed to guide you in writing the first draft of your essay . Guidance in planning the contents of your essay is available at , and general writing assistance is available at "Where to get help with your Writing".
Essay Title:
First Paragraph: In this paragraph state the issue your essay addresses , your position on this issue , and your reasons in support of this position. Specifically, your aim in this paragraph is to convey your argument.
Second Paragraph: In this paragraph discuss one of the reasons cited in the first paragraph.
Specifically, your aim in this paragraph is to present evidence in support of the truth of this premise.
Third Paragraph: Same as Second Paragraph (if needed).
Fourth Paragraph: Same as Second Paragraph (if needed).
Fifth Paragraph: Same as Second Paragraph (if needed).
Sixth Paragraph: Same as Second Paragraph (if needed)
Seventh Paragraph: Same as Second Paragraph (if needed).
Penultimate Paragraph: In this paragraph discuss the underlying assumptions (if any) which your argument relies upon. Focus only on those which your audience may not share.
Concluding Paragraph: In this paragraph briefly restate your argument and discuss the logical relationship between your premises (reasons) and your conclusion (position).
