requirenment for essay:
Attention-grabber:
Relevant quotation
Create imagery to evoke imagination
Fragment & general discussion
Hypothetical question
Who/what/when/where/why/how the mystery began (why is it mysterious?)
Ask the question from the list of choices
Briefly (one or two sentences) discuss some possible answers
Insert your thesis, or your clearly-stated answer to the mystery. You must provide an answer.
Indicate in the thesis how sure you are: definitely, almost definitely, probably, most likely, etc.
You must have at least two body paragraphs. Some people will have four or even five body paragraphs. Each body paragraph is (with rare exceptions) going to be about one possible answer to the mystery.
Start with the least-likely answer and work your way up to the most-likely answer.
Each body paragraph (except the last one) should include:
A counterclaim, in which you say what “some people” or “many experts” (etc.) believe. (This is the topic sentence)
Give & discuss the reasons for their belief.
Add a rebuttal that explains why you don’t believe their answer to be correct.
The final body paragraph should follow claim-support-warrant format.
Restate your thesis
(Maybe) state what additional research should occur in order to remove confusion or uncertainty. Or, state what permanent obstacles prevent a more complete answer to the mystery.
Close with an elegant reference to the beginning of your essay (using some of the words from the opening quotation, re-evoking the image, etc.)
sorry i don't know why it put anonymous for me, so my question was if you can check my essay and see if i have everything needed.
This list of elements in a paper sound more like they apply to a research paper than an essay, but they just about cover it all. Remember, an essay is a piece of writing from the author's unique point of view, not a report on what others have found or reported on.
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ooh sorry yea it is a research paper. so can i post my essay and can u check if i have all t he requirements??
In order to meet the requirements for your essay, you should follow the structure and guidelines provided. Here's a step-by-step explanation of each requirement:
1. Attention-grabber: Begin your essay with an attention-grabbing element to captivate your readers' interest. This could be a relevant quotation, an intriguing statement, or a thought-provoking question.
2. Create imagery: Use vivid language and descriptive imagery to engage your readers' imagination. Paint a detailed picture in their minds to enhance their understanding and involvement in your essay.
3. Fragment & general discussion: Start by giving a fragment of information or a general overview of the topic you will be discussing. This sets the stage for the mystery you're about to unravel.
4. Hypothetical question: Pose a hypothetical question related to the mystery you are exploring. This question should pique curiosity and create a sense of intrigue in your readers.
5. Who/what/when/where/why/how the mystery began: Provide an in-depth examination of the origins of the mystery and why it is considered mysterious. Answer questions such as who or what is involved, when and where it started, and why it continues to intrigue people.
6. Ask the question from the list of choices: Frame the central question of your essay using the list of choices provided. This question should encapsulate the core mystery you're exploring.
7. Discuss possible answers briefly: Present and briefly discuss a few possible answers or explanations to the mystery. Each answer should be given one or two sentences to provide an overview of the different perspectives.
8. Insert your thesis: Introduce your thesis statement, which is your clearly-stated answer to the mystery. Make sure your thesis clearly addresses the central question of the essay. Indicate the level of certainty in your thesis, such as definitely, almost definitely, probably, or most likely.
9. Body paragraphs: Your essay should include at least two body paragraphs, but you can have more if needed. Each body paragraph should focus on one possible answer to the mystery. Start with the least-likely answer and progress to the most-likely answer.
10. Counterclaim and reasons: Begin each body paragraph with a counterclaim. This represents the opposing viewpoint or what "some people" or "many experts" believe. Provide and discuss the reasons supporting their beliefs.
11. Rebuttal: Present a rebuttal that explains why you don't believe the counterclaim or opposing viewpoint is correct. Challenge the reasons given in the previous paragraph and provide evidence or logical arguments to support your own answer.
12. Final body paragraph: The last body paragraph should follow the claim-support-warrant format, where you restate your thesis and provide strong evidence or reasoning to support it.
13. Restate thesis: Conclude your essay by restating your thesis statement. Summarize the main points discussed in the body paragraphs to reinforce your argument.
14. Additional research or obstacles: Optionally, you can mention what additional research is needed to remove confusion or uncertainty surrounding the mystery. Alternatively, discuss any permanent obstacles that prevent a more complete answer to the mystery.
15. Closing reference: Close your essay with an elegant reference to the opening of your essay. Use some of the words from the attention-grabber, the opening quotation, or re-evoking the initial imagery to bring your essay full circle and provide a satisfying conclusion.
By following these guidelines, you can structure your essay effectively and meet all the requirements outlined.