1. How to Write a Five
Paragraph Essay
By
Mr. Moore

2. Introduction
The introduction gives the
reader a brief outline of your
essay. The first sentence in
your introduction is called “The
Hook”.

3. The Hook 1st Sentence
The hook sentence grabs the reader’s
attention and makes them want to read more.
The hook is an interesting fact from the writer’s
research. It can be…
• A question…
• A quote…
• An exclamation…

4. Thesis (Main Idea)- Second Sentence
The thesis can be an opinion or a fact. However, it
must be well written and specific. It gives the reader a
clear idea about the writer’s essay.

5. Subtopics Sentences 3, 4, and 5
These three sentences
are examples that
support your thesis.

6. Transition Sentence 6
The transition sentence
prepares the reader for
the next paragraph.

7. Let’s Review- The Introduction
 Sentence 1- The Hook
 Sentence 2- The Thesis
 Sentence 3- Subtopic #1
 Sentence 4- Subtopic #2
 Sentence 5- Subtopic #3
 Sentence 6- Transitions

8. The Body- Paragraphs 3,4,and 5
The body contains three paragraphs.
Each paragraph must have a topic
sentence that restates one of the
supporting ideas mentioned in the first
paragraph. Each paragraph expands
on each subtopic mentioned in the
introduction. Don’t forget a transition!

9. Conclusion- Paragraph #5
The conclusion restates the thesis and the three
supporting ideas in a powerful way. It’s also
referred to as the “So what?” paragraph,
meaning “What have you learned?”
 In conclusion
 As you can see
 In summary
 In summation
 It is clear