The Three Parts of an Essay

The Three Parts of an Essay

3 basic parts3 basic parts

• Introduction• Body• Conclusion

IntroductionIntroduction

• Consists of one paragraph• Address the topic in the first sentence• Present three examples or ideas to support your

opinion

BodyBody• Consists of three paragraphs• 1st paragraph details on example one• 2ndparagraph details on example two• 3rd paragraph details on example three• Each paragraph should have three to five sentences• Use transitional words and phrases to strengthen the

organization, such as: First of all, In conclusion,Secondly, As I have stated,Finally,

• Indent to show where a new paragraph begins

ConclusionConclusion

• Consists of one paragraph• Restates the introduction

In ReviewIn Review• The three parts of an essay will organize into five paragraphs: 1st Introduction Address the topic Present three examples 2nd Details on example one 3rd Details on example two 4th Details on example three 5th Conclusion Restate the introduction