Title forecasts your paper and catches the reader s eye. Thesis statement clearly lets the reader know what the essay is going to be about. It gives the paper s main idea. It gives your viewpoint. Underline your thesis statement using the word-processor.
Topic demonstrates original thought.
Topic is limited enough to focus well. Assertions are supported with adequate details. Introduction is at least one paragraph and contains a thesis statement. Introduction introduces the main points that will be expanded upon in the supporting paragraphs. Introduction invites the reader in.