LEQ Essay Writing

Analysis

• Logical approach to essay writing.

Evidence

• Provide four pieces of evidence to support your argument.
• Explain why each piece of evidence is relevant and answers the question.
• Address who, what, where, why, and how in your explanations.
• Listing four usable pieces of evidence and explaining their relevance is the quickest way to potentially earn six points.

Stylistic Point

• The final point in the LEQ involves clearly stating the argument in the thesis and evidence presentation.
• Focus on three types of arguments: continuity and change, cause and effect, similarities and differences.
• Ensure the essay clearly reflects one of these argument styles.

Cause and Effect

• An example used was: technology caused a change in people’s lives.
• Make sure the thesis statement reflects cause and effect.