1. Deconstruction Essay Format
I. Introductory Paragraph
Question created
Captivating Opener
Background information
Clarification of terminology
(2) Sources: claim in Quotes
Restate the question

2. Supporting Paragraphs: (4) Sources: Deconstruct
II. Supporting Par: Information
Introduce author: credentials
State overall argument:
a. Mention effectiveness
Deconstruct:
a. Quote showing flaws (2-3)
b. Discuss flaws: multiple
Use a transition

3. Reconstruction: Information
III. Reconstruction Paragraph:
Mention two strongest sources
a. argument
b. Success/failures
IV. Evaluation:
a. 1st person
b. (3-4) new strands for the
argument to continue (Opinion)