Most essays have an introduction, a body, and a conclusion.
The introduction states your main argument, called the thesis.
Each body paragraph should support that argument with evidence.
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Essay structure basics
Read the three-part shape most essays follow.
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Check your understanding
1. What is a thesis?
2. What should body paragraphs include?
Write about it
In one or two sentences, summarize the main idea in your own words.