The document provides guidelines for effective paragraph structure, emphasizing that each paragraph should focus on a single main idea supported by evidence and examples. It highlights the importance of analysis in interpreting arguments and comparing ideas, ensuring that quotes are always accompanied by an explanation. Additionally, it stresses the need for logical links between paragraphs and the main thesis to aid reader comprehension.

1. Main Idea
 Every paragraph should have one Main Idea.
 If you find that your paragraphs have more
than one Main Idea:
 Separate your paragraphs
 With only one main point.
 Introduce an idea in a paragraph and expand
upon it.
 Begin a new paragraph with a new topic.

2. Evidence/Examples
A Main Idea in a paragraph needs
support with;
Evidence that supports an
argument
Examples that explain an idea

3. Analysis
 Analysis is an interpretation of what is being said about
an Idea, an Evidence or Examples.
 An Analysis explains how ideas are compared to
others’ ideas
 An Analysis shows is if an author is being
persuasive
 An Analysis shows strengths & weaknesses of the
argument
 A quote of another author is always supported with
Evidence and an Analysis.
 An Analysis demonstrates how quotes is important in
the argument.
 However, NEVER write a quote without an Analysis

4. Link
 Link paragraphs to a thesis, argument,
Main idea, and/or the following
paragraph.
 Creates logic
 Organizes the paper being written
 A Link also helps the readers
understand the logic and organization of
an argument and/or main points.