Grammar: ✨ Grammar Essentials: ✏️ Writing Mechanics - Advanced (B2) - Lesson 5: Structuring Multi-Paragraph Essays (Introduction, body paragraphs with clear topic sentences, conclusion)

Lesson 5: Structuring Multi-Paragraph Essays As you advance, you need to express more complex ideas. While a single paragraph is good for one idea, a multi-paragraph essay allows you to explore a topic in more detail. A clear essay structure 1 is like a map for your reader—it guides them logically through your argument from beginning to end. Part 1: The Introduction Paragraph The introduction 2 has two important jobs. First, it must grab the reader's attention with a "hook." Second, it must state your main idea in a clear thesis statement 3 , which is usually the last sentence of the introduction. (Hook) → Deciding where to live is one of the most significant choices a person can make. (Thesis Statement) → While large capital cities offer many opportunities, I believe living in a smaller city like Battambang provides a better quality of life due to its relaxed atmosphere and strong sense of community. Part 2: The Body Pa…