Outline for a 5-paragraph essay

I.Introduction

A.   Title

B.   Hook: Capture reader’s interest

C.   Move from General to Specific

D.   State Central Idea: argument you are making

E.   Thesis Statement: end with 3 supporting sub-topics.

II.First Supporting Sub-Topic

A.   Support: evidence, example, facts, details, etc.

1.      

B.   Support

C.   Support

III.Second Supporting Sub-Topic

A.   Support

B.   Support

C.   Support

IV.Third Supporting Sub-Topic

A.   Support

B.   Support

C.   Support

V.Conclusion

A.   Summarize three main points

B.   Restate central idea

C.   Revisit introduction or tie all ideas together