Dagol12

I've read various sources indicating that it is best to start the essay with your main thesis. However, I've also read and been told that it's best to start with a broad topic and finish the introduction with the main thesis statement? Which is best for the SAT essay?

Also, how long should the introduction be, I've heard various reports. My approach is/was:
Thesis. General statement that relates to prompt and reemphasizes my thesis. Examples to be used in the essay. Is this wrong? If so, How should I fix it.

Thanks.

Flipper519

That's right. I used that method and got 12's.

Dagol12

Did you have 2 or 3 body paragraphs?

Flipper519

I had two body paragraphs. I think having two solid examples is more effective than having three. However, try to use all the space in the section.

Dagol12

Okay thanks. Last question, is it fine if I use two books as my examples?

Flipper519

I typically use one historical example (i.e. World War II) and one example from literature
(i.e. The Great Gatsby). I think you should use two different types of examples to show variety in your sources.