The document outlines the steps for writing an effective essay: 1) brainstorm ideas, 2) categorize and organize ideas in an outline or plan, 3) write an introduction with a thesis statement and background information, 4) write body paragraphs with topic sentences, examples, and a logical flow of ideas, and 5) write a conclusion that restates the main ideas and provides a final opinion. It also provides guidance on structure, vocabulary, grammar, and commonly used phrases for conclusions.

4. Does the introduction have a … a general statement? some background information? thesis statement?

7. Look at the vocabulary used. Are the correct word forms used? Are the correct collocations used? Is the spelling correct? Are the signpost words used correctly? Are the linking words used correctly? Look at the sentences Are the subject verb agreements correct? Are there some complex sentences?

9. Does the conclusion have … a conclusion signal? an initial opinion? restatement/summary of main ideas? final opinion and reason?