The document provides instructions for writing a 5-paragraph persuasive essay on the most important event of World War 2. It outlines the steps to develop an outline, thesis statement, introduction, three body paragraphs with evidence, and conclusion. Students are directed to conduct research from approved sources, write drafts, and get peer and teacher feedback before submitting the final essay.

1. Constructing a 5-Paragraph Persuasive Essay Turning Points in WWII

2. Step 1 Using the notes you made in class last time and the books available in class build an outline/idea map for your essay Your essay will answer the question, “What was the most important event/battle/campaign of WWII?”

3. TOPIC Reason 2 Reason 3 Reason 1 Facts & Background

4. Sample

5. Step 2 Refine and complete research of your topic and arguments Find facts to back up each of your arguments NOTE: Be sure to note which book [or video or lecture] each piece of information comes from - we will be citing all information later!

6. Step 3 - The Thesis Statement The thesis statement declares what you are going to ‘prove’ in your essay.

7. Sample “The Battle of the Bulge was the most important battle of WWII as it both ensured and sped up Germany’s eventual defeat.”

8. Formula A specific subject (your event) + a specific condition, feeling or stand = an effective thesis statement e.g. “The Battle of the Bulge was the most important battle of WWII as it both ensured and sped up Germany’s eventual defeat.” SUBJECT SPECIFIC FEELING Adapted from Writer’s Inc.

9. Write your thesis statement! Take a few minutes now to construct your thesis statement. Even though others are doing the same subject, your thesis should be unique

10. Thesis Statement It should be only 1 or 2 sentences Have at least two classmates proofread your thesis.

11. Peer Proofread exchange your thesis statement with a classmate proofread the thesis based on the following checklist...

12. Thesis Checklist identifies a specific, limited subject... focuses on a particular feeling or feature of the subject is stated in a clear, direct sentence (or sentences)... can be supported with convincing facts and details.. meets the requirements of the assignment Adapted from Writer’s Inc.

13. Final Thesis Statement Once you have your thesis statement back from your peer proofreader, make any necessary changes to refine it. Now... we’re ready to write an introduction...

14. Step 4 - The Introduction Topic sentence Thesis statement Preview of arguments Background & context

15. Introduction Write your introduction paragraph When you finish writing your introduction, have at least two classmates read it and make suggestions or corrections in a different colour pen Be sure the proofreader puts their name on the page!

16. Checklist for Introduction Clearly indicates the subject Shares some thought-provoking or interesting detail(s) about the subject Previews the three main points of the essay Has a clear thesis statement Provides some background information about the subject

17. Re-write your introduction Using the feedback from your classmates... make any necessary changes to fix your introduction

18. Introduction

19. Step 5 - The main body 3 paragraphs 1 for each of your arguments

20. Sources [some guidelines] wikipedia is NOT allowed as source [although it can be a starting point] All sources must have an author Online sources must be from a reliable website - no blogs .

21. Main Body Paragraphs Topic sentence One argument per paragraph! Use facts to justify your position [include citations] Transitions

22. A Main Body Paragraph

23. Step 6 - The Conclusion “See? I told you so!” Refer back to thesis statement Summarize main points

24. Conclusion

25. Works Cited List Minimum of three [3] sources Properly formatted on a separate page

26. Final Steps Peer proofread (at least one) Adult/teacher proofread (at least one) Final product - all drafts handed in, stapled together & final essay typed double-spaced and submitted via turnitin.com

27. turnitin.com

28. using turnitin.com create an account if you don’t have one already joining the class uploading your assignment

29. CHECKLIST To be turned in as hard copy: Idea map/outline All drafts, proofs and revisions of thesis statement Proofread draft introduction Rough draft of essay with proofreading notes from 2 proofreaders (at least one adult or senior) To be turned in on turnitin.com Final essay in MLA format.