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First sentence: topic of the essay → fast food

[background information on the topic]

For this topic:

THESIS: debatable opinion, topic of each body paragraph

Fast food is beneficial because of its convenience, cheap price, and large industry.

• X: debatable opinion → fast food is beneficial (vs. fast food is detrimental)

Introduction

Body Paragraphs (ideally 3~5 paragraphs; follow order of your thesis)

Conclusion

Short Acronym for Paper 1 Essay

Introduction paragraph

I - introduction

Paper 1 Template

Essential to have before writing, especially in an exam situation

Strong thesis and clear plan regarding examples and body paragraphs

No right answer, but texts often have certain aspects you are expected to discuss

Important examples → the first body paragraph or at the beginning of a body paragraph

Develop a method of organization that works for you individually → no need to be neat

Does NOT need to cover the conclusion

Common Mistakes & Other Points for Discussion