1. Controversial Issue Persuasive Essay
Outline Guideline

2. Introduction
Hook:
Background info (with facts):
Solution (thesis):

3. Body Paragraph #1 Topic sentence (point #1): Support (evidence):
Commentary:

4. Body Paragraph #2 Topic sentence (point #2): Support (evidence):
Commentary:

5. Body Paragraph #3 Topic sentence (point #3): Support (evidence):
Commentary:

6. Body Paragraph #4 Topic sentence:
Counterclaims (arguments against) 1, 2 & 3:
Defense of counterclaims:

7. Conclusion Reinforce validity and strength of your solution/argument
Relate back to impact on society and necessity for change.