Is My Dad Right??

mom2collegekids
Mon, 28 Dec 2009 15:44:07 +0000

Now that I’ve read every post here…there isn’t a “wrong and a right.” The point is to write an interesting essay no matter who the influential person is.

Tell an interesting, unique, and gripping story.

Start out with a sentence that grabs the attention of the reader.

Put forth a strong and interesting thesis at the end of your first para.

Defend your thesis with supporting and thoughtful points. (Try not to use the word “I” too much or start too many sentences with “I”. ) Use transition sentences.

have a good conclusion. Your conclusion paragraph needs to restate your thesis. Have a clever but not trite ending. The essay should end in a clear and concise way.

have someone who won’t “judge” your thoughts, but is strong in writing, review for typos/grammatical errors.