Organizing Ideas

As you begin to organize your ideas, think about how you will fully support each point. Make sure that you explain each main point using facts, quotations, statistics, or examples.

Use the following graphic organizer to develop your main points and plan the logical flow of your essay.

Complete the following graphic organizer for your expository essay in the space below.

Thesis Statement:

Main Point 1: Supporting Details/Examples:

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Main Point 2: Supporting Details/Examples:

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Main Point 3: Supporting Details/Examples:

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Conclusion (Restate thesis; sum up essay; end with a statement that leaves the audience with an impression about your topic):

Make sure to run the topic by your teacher once you have chosen and before you go to the next step.