Outline Template

1. Introduction (2 marks)

a. Briefly outline the importance of issue, purpose of paper, relevant background information:
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b. Thesis statement/hypothesis
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2. Supporting Arguments (5 marks)

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3. Opposing Arguments (2 marks)

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4. Conclusion (1 mark)
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