o    TIP how an essay of 1400-1700 words might break down.

o    TIP how a paper that is 1400-1700 words might break down. Use for planning your approach to your chosen topic. 

The introduction contains the:  Hook, Background, and Thesis.

Estimated words: Can be anywhere from 20% to 40% of the paper:  200-400 words

§  The hook - a couple of sentences to a short paragraph. (20-100 words)

§  The background - 3 or 5 paragraphs (100-300 words)

§  The THESIS - (15-25 words)  (Thesis = topic + claim + reasons)

The body of the paper:  can be anywhere from 50-60% of your paper  (700-1000 words for each main reason = 250-350 words each)

Every paragraph in the body of the paper should be written to support a specific reason that supports your thesis.

4.    Reason 1

1.    explain the reason

2.    evidence

3.    example(s)

4.    conclusion

5.    Reason 2

1.    explain the reason

2.    evidence

3.    example (s)

4.    conclusion

6.    Reason 3

1.    explain the reason

2.    evidence

3.    example

4.    conclusion

7.    Conclusion - 5-10% of your paper (60-160 words)

1.    Reiterate the thesis

2.    Include one final example or justification for the thesis

3.    Suggest where future research on this thesis might lead