The document outlines the requirements for writing an effective essay, emphasizing the need for a clear thesis statement and a structured outline. It highlights the importance of engaging the reader with attention-grabbing openings and vivid details, while also ensuring consistent verb tenses and active verb choices. Additionally, it stresses the need for the essay to convey significant lessons or insights derived from the topic.

1. Requirement:
Five paragraphs!! 300-350 words.
1. Thesis statement.
2. An outline in time chunks and separate form the essay
provides an overview of the essay.
3. The essay organization directly relates to the moments in the
outline.
4. The opening captures the reader’s attention.
5. The writing includes significant details to pique the reader’s
imagination.
6. Effective active verb choices bring the essay to life for the
reader.
7. The essay clearly explains what was learned or why it was
important.
8. Verb tenses are used consistently.