: Each paragraph should start with a topic sentence that supports your thesis.
: Set the scene or identify a "core tension" to grab the reader's attention. : Each paragraph should start with a topic
If you're following a specific curriculum like , "214" refers to the section on Prewriting: Generating and Organizing Ideas . : Each paragraph should start with a topic
: Decide if you are writing for a professor (formal) or a friend (conversational). : Each paragraph should start with a topic
: Focus your broad idea into a specific, manageable subject.
: Create a "map" of your main points so you don't get stuck. 2. Drafting the Body Paragraphs (Page 221)
How to Tackle the First Draft of Your College Application Essay