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Exposition scaffold

Introduction

  • Statement of position taken on teh question
  • Preview arguments to follow
Body arguments

First point in argument

  • Topic senrtence containing the main point
  • Elaboration (discussion of point)
  • this includes any evidence you have to support your point.

Second point in argument

  • Point
  • Elaboration

Third point in argument

  • Point
  • Elaboration

Fourth point in argument

  • Point
  • Elaboration

Additional points

  • Point
  • Elaboration

Conclusion

  • Restates the position on the question
  • Sums up the arguments raised in the essay

Example of an essay

Using 5 of the sources provided and your own knowledge, evaluate how important "nationalism' was at the beginning of the 20th century. Go to help for writing this essay


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