I need to write a 5-paragraph essay. What does that mean and how do I go about doing that? (2024)

Paragraph 1: Introduction

• Introduce your topic, interest the reader, and make the last sentence your thesis statement.

Paragraphs 2-4: Body

• All paragraphs should have a topic sentence that relates to your thesis statement

• Back up your topic sentence with examples or evidence that support your thesis statement

Paragraph 5: Conclusion

• Summarize your main points

• Re-assert your thesis statement

Tips:

• The reader should know your argument by reading the introduction and conclusion.
• Make sure to cite resources from your readings that identify how it relates toyour thesis.

• A paragraph is about5 to 7 sentences in length.

  See Also

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• Reading and Writing
• General Education & Other
• Weekly Written Assignments
• Research Papers

• Last Updated Jul 23, 2018
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• Answered By Ashley Librarian

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