• use appropriate explanatory strategies such as definition, classification, comparison-contrast, example, illustration, and cause-effect arguments.

• Create a clear, well-defined thesis statement. As demonstrated in class, your thesis should be presented in one sentence. The thesis should state your opinion and focus and forecast the essay’s main points. Remember that these points will in turn become your topic sentences for each of your body paragraphs.
• Use appropriate explanatory strategies such as definition, classification, comparison-contrast, example, illustration, and cause-effect arguments. Use a strategy that helps clarify your opinion and its importance. You will have to rely on sources as well as your own experiences to develop your explanation. Remember that paragraph unity and cohesion dictates that you talk about one thing and one thing only in a paragraph.