| A | B |
|---|
| BGS | first sentence in the introduction; just introduces the topic. |
| 2-3 sentences | these give background information on the topic and/or the literature to be discussed. |
| Thesis | the last sentence in the introduction; answers the essay question. |
| Topic Sentence | first sentence in a body paragraph; tells the reader what the paragraph will be about. |
| STE | Details or examples. |
| Explanation | In a few sentences, this explains how your examples address (or prove) the thesis. |
| Transition/Concluding sentence | moves the reader along from one body paragraph to the next; or, it just concludes the body paragraph. |
| Rephrased thesis | first sentence in the conclusion; puts the main point in different words. |
| 2-3 summary sentences | summarizes the main points. |
| New BGS | ends the essay on a broad note. |
