1. Opening
Create a flow map that shows how the parts of an essay flow together.

2. Introduction
Hook the audience.
Introduce the topic.

3. A – Answer the question Answer the question
a) Make sure that you completely answer the question.
b) Use key words from the question in your responses.

4. C – Cite evidence Cite evidence from the text to support your answer
a) Cite evidence from the readings, graphs or illustrations to support, prove or explain.

5. E – Expand; extend; explain
Expand; extend; explain your answer
a) Extend your response by explaining the connection between the information that you cited and the answer.
b) Make it clear that you know the answer because of the evidence

6. Conclusion Provides closure Why is it important to discuss this topic?
What can we all learn by discussing this?
How will you be a better reader and writer?