Response To Literature--Schaffer Model

The following is an outline on how to organize your essay according to the Schaffer model.

INTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH (1 paragraph)
1. Hook/Reader's Interest
2. Author
3. Title
4. Brief Summary/Background
5. Thesis Statement/Plan
BODY PARAGRAPHS (3+ paragraphs)
1. Topic Sentence
2. Introduction to Concrete Detail #1
3. Concrete Detail #1 (Quote/Paraphrase)
4. Commentary #2 (Insight or Opinion)
5. Transition
6. Introduction to Concrete Detail #2
7. Concrete Detail #2 (Quote/Paraphrase)
8. Commentary #2 (Insight or Opinion)
9. Concluding Sentence
CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH (1 paragraph)
1. Restate Thesis/Plan
2. Summary of Points Made
3. Application or Completion of Ideas