1. Title Introduction Body Conclusion Preview of the essay
The thesis statement – main idea of the essay, answers the question – “What is this essay about?”
Body
First major category of support
Supporting detail
Additional support for the idea
Etc.
Second major category of support
Supporting details
Third major category of support
Conclusion
Review of the major categories of support
Summary of the essay
The answer, solution, or final option – Final Statement or Thought – Restate Thesis Statement in a different way