AP Essay Writing Guidelines
Introduction:
1st sentence should identify the time period that is relative to the essay question.
2nd sentence is a bridge to the thesis Statement.
3rd sentence is the thesis - include the economic, political, geographical, or social factors that impacted the essay question.
Body:
At least ONE body paragraph for each part of the thesis
Topic sentence for each part of the thesis is a contention/argument that must be proven
Prove each contention with 3-5 hard facts (SFI), i.e. laws, events, court cases
Provide analysis (causes and results) for facts (SFI)
Conclusion:
Restate the thesis
Step forward - identify a result in the future related to the question.
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