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VI. Draft your essay | The Writing Center | UT San Antonio

(e.g., to persuade, to inform, or to tell a story).

: Treat it as a blueprint to keep your ideas organized and on track. 1673554506.mp4

: Don't worry about perfect grammar or flow yet. The goal is to get your ideas onto the page; you can polish them during the editing phase.

If you have an you want to include, General Tips for a Strong First Draft : Don't worry about perfect grammar or flow yet

: You don't have to start at the beginning! Many writers find it easier to draft the body paragraphs first and save the introduction for later.

: Most essays follow a standard path: an Introduction (to hook the reader and state your thesis), Body Paragraphs (to provide evidence and explanation), and a Conclusion (to summarize and leave a final impression). Many writers find it easier to draft the

(e.g., climate change, a book you're reading, a personal experience).