**PLANNING PAGE FORMAT**

1. Select a broad topic: copy your chosen broad topic exactly as it appears. 2. Narrow down your broad topic. Do not choose the first or second idea that comes to mind. Instead, answer one of these questions: "Which one?" or "What kind/type?" This response must be formatted as a NOUN PHRASE, not as a complete sentence. Therefore, this noun phrase will become your actual narrow topic.

*My Planning Page**

**A movie** *The Hate U Give* **Thesis:** *The Hate U Give* showcases terrific characters, fantastic settings, and intriguing storylines to illuminate systemic social issues.

**I. Amazing characters** A. Starr Carter's dual identity B. Khalil Harris's tragic fate

**II. Fantastic settings** A. Garden Heights neighborhood B. Williamson Prep school

**III. Intriguing storylines** A. The aftermath of Khalil's shooting B. Starr's activism and voice for justice

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The Outline Template below will indicate where to position the nine phrases outlined in step #4 within the approved Planning Page above.

- Each phrase from step #4 serve as the subject for the topic sentences in the outline, beginning each Roman numeral topic sentence as well as the A and B topic sentences.

- Ensure that only present tense action verbs are utilized (refer to the verb list below) and avoid repeating any action verbs.

- The sentences crafted for the outline will function as topic sentences in the essay's body paragraphs.

- a compelling title for the essay, ensuring that it is not underlined, placed in quotation marks, or bolded.

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Crafted outline to go by

**Title** (title; do not use the label: Outline) **Thesis:** ( same approved thesis statement from step #3 in your Planning Page. Do not change your approved thesis statement).

I. Subject + action verb + __A__ and __B__ + participial phrase(s) and/or infinitive phrase(s). A. Subject + action verb + direct object (noun phrase) + participial phrase(s) and infinitive phrase(s). B. Subject + action verb + direct object (noun phrase) + participial phrase(s) and/or infinitive phrase(s).

II. Subject + action verb + __A__ and __B__ + participial phrase(s) and/or infinitive phrase(s). A. Subject + action verb + direct object (noun phrase) + participial phrase(s) and/or infinitive phrase(s). B. Subject + action verb + direct object (noun phrase) + participial phrase(s) and/or infinitive phrase(s).

III. Subject + action verb + __A__ and __B__ + participial phrase(s) and/or infinitive phrase(s). A. Subject + action verb + direct object (noun phrase) + participial phrase(s) and infinitive phrase(s). B. Subject + action verb + direct object (noun phrase) + participial phrase(s) and/or infinitive phrase(s).

For a descriptive essay, refer to the ESSAY FORMAT found in the Writing Process Handout on pages 4-5 to construct the required five-paragraph format. Additionally, consult the Typing Guidelines on page two of the Writing Process Handout.

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**INTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH (Indent only once)** 1. Start with an attention-grabbing statement that does not include questions or quotes. 2. Write three general overview sentences about the topic on the Planning Page without using specific information from the outline. Use complex, compound, or compound-complex sentence forms only. Avoid using lists within this paragraph, as it should provide a coherent lead-in to the thesis statement. 3. Include a transitional phrase, followed by a comma, and then state the same thesis.

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**THREE BODY PARAGRAPHS:**

1. Develop three body paragraphs according to the provided diagrams. 2. Indent each body paragraph once. 3. Use the topic sentences directly from the sentence outline. 4. Exclude Roman numerals, capital letters, and numbers from the paragraphs, as they serve only as guides. 5. Include four supporting sentences in the specified sentence forms. 6. Retain the transitional phrases as given in the diagrams. 7. Maintain the use of present tense verbs throughout.

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**FIRST BODY PARAGRAPH** **Topic Sentence:** [I] Example: [A] 1. 2. 3. 4. In addition, [B] 1. 2. 3. 4. **Transition to the second body paragraph:** Conclude the first body paragraph with only the subject from the topic sentence of the second body paragraph.

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**SECOND BODY PARAGRAPH** **Topic Sentence:** [II] Example: [A] 1. 2. 3. 4. In addition, [B] 1. 2. 3. 4. **Transition to the third body paragraph:** End the second paragraph with only the subject from the topic sentence of the third body paragraph.

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**THIRD BODY PARAGRAPH** **Topic Sentence:** [III] Example: [A] 1. 2. 3. 4. In addition, [B] 1. 2. 3. 4.

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**CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH (Indent only once)** 1. Craft a conclusion that provides an impactful ending or encourages the reader to reflect or take action. 2. Avoid summarizing the body paragraphs as it will lead to redundancy. 3. Refrain from introducing new information and from forming questions. 4. Ensure that the conclusion consists of five sentences using complex, compound, or compound-complex sentence structures. 5. Maintain present tense action verbs throughout. 6. Do not use the following pronouns: I, me, we, my, mine, our, you, your, yourself, or myself. 7. Consult the Do Not Use List and Remember to Use List available in the textbook.

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**NOT USE LIST:** Avoid the following at all times: - Contractions, future tense, past tense, imperative mood - Specific pronouns and informal language - More than six linking verbs (is & are) throughout the essay - The words "thing: something, everything, nothing, anything" - Starting sentences with adverbs or coordinating conjunctions

**TO USE LIST:** Always: - Utilize action verbs, present tense, formal language, and vivid adjectives - Limit linking verbs to six throughout the essay

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SAMPLE ACTION VERBS (These verbs are all singular because they end in "s" or "es." To make verbs plural, drop the "s" or "es"; drop the "ies" and add the "y") [You may also use the Action Verbs List Handout] creates, suggests, shows, indicates, reveals, illustrates, speculates, describes, considers, expresses, exposes, discloses, uncovers, unveils, demonstrates, provides, unmasks, divulges, gives, clarifies, explains, paints, portrays, elucidates, depicts, draws, represents, characterizes, pictures, signals, establishes, exhibits, confirms, presents, erodes, examines, develops, deepens, promotes, prepares, allows, influences, infects, bends, calculates, expedites, incorporates, integrates, includes, embraces, contains, analyzes, questions, explores, discovers, denotes, intensifies, endorses, advances, helps, supports, expands, contemplates, reflects, observes, detects, delivers, impedes, hinders, obstructs, falters, weakens, strengthens, assures, promises, declares, holds, grips, initiates, informs, showcases, offers, touches, serves, transfers, unfolds, violates, utilizes, surrenders, tosses, tracks, redeems, teases, spreads, placates, receives, poses, stifles, raises, unifies, unites, subdues, smears, submerges, undoes, undertakes, untangles, strikes, smears, provokes, stifles, elevates, formulates, fixes, accelerates, compiles, abandons, commands, accuses, consolidates, ascertains, mocks, moves, instigates, monitors, gathers, marks, manages, manipulates, controls, berates, assembles, assesses, attacks, attains, brightens, discards, distributes, grasps, expels, penetrates, diverts, parades, guides, pauses, switches, regains, seizes, recommends, shapes, rallies, purchases, sidesteps, resists, processes, studies, supplies, moves, withdraws, reforms, reports, surveys, scares, slashes, summons, duplicates, vanquishes, treats, shields, reviews, isolates, defines, calculates, orders, passes, extends, arranges, judges, displays, dissects, dominates, computes, endures, influences, launches, prompts, suspends, protects, sways, snares, updates, watches, teaches, targets, measures, avoids, shatters, salutes, mobilizes, obtains, inspires, injects, obfuscates, mystifies, swindles, packs, perceives, extirpates, solves, salutes, shortens, severs, anticipates, achieves, glorifies, improvises, induces, underscores, wants, needs, foreshadows, targets, throws, trounces, symbolizes, flaunts, communicates, consolidates, unpacks, merges, redirects, allocates, determines, reproduces, resolves, prohibits, exhibits, questions, leads, immunizes, strains, drains, outlines, modifies, signifies, implements, puts, retains, updates, groups, highlights, encounters, surpasses, reduces, overcomes, affirms, ponders, transmits, denounces, expresses, mitigates, softens, forces, promotes, exterminates, surpasses, reaches, transforms, revolutionizes, simplifies, alters, views,

CONTENT SECTION: EXCELLENT (5 points) BETTER (4 points) GOOD (3 points) FAIR (2 pts) POOR (1 pt) a. Planning Page (form, margins, neatness; header) b. Outline: (phrases; indentation, title, name, date) c. Essay's title, margins, neatness, spacing, name d. Thesis statement e. Organization (paragraph formatting; header) f. Introduction g. Conclusion h. follows the same order as the outline i. Sticks to subject and central idea j. Development of ideas k. Topic sentences l. Unity m. Coherence n. Logical thinking o. Order of movement p. Transitional Phrases/devices q. Supporting sentences (clear; correct sentence forms: cx, c, or ccx) r TOTALS GRAMMAR SECTION: Value Point X Number of Errors TOTAL a. Subject-Verb Agreement -2 b. Linking verbs (only allowed to use six total) Fixed: 7 pts. Seven or more c. Shifts in verb tense or person - 2 d. Fragments -2 e. Run-on Sentence/comma splice sentences -2 f. False or vague reference of pronouns -2 g. Pronoun-Antecedent Agreement -2 h. Misspelled words; informal/slang words -2 i. Dangling/misplaced Modifiers -2 j. Faulty Parallelism -2 k. Faulty Punctuation and capitalization -2 l. Contractions (e.g., don't, can't, isn't, etc.) -2 Subtotal: [ ]