TEXAS Acronym for Body Paragraph Structure: Topic Explain eXample Analysis Summary Paragraph Breakdown: I. Intro: Introduce your argument here clearly and in one sentence by saying exactly what the problem or issue is. Next, elaborate on your topic with a few more specifics, such as why the topic/problem you’ve chosen is an issue that deserves an attention at all. Write a banter sentence here that is not quite on topic but still relates, such as responses to the issue other than your own. Next, introduce your three main points in the order that you discuss them throughout the body. End your intro with your opinion. Limit the intro to five to seven lines in length. II through IV. Body: Follow the TEXAS format for your three body paragraphs, and hit on the three main points you listed in the introduction. Introduce each topic, explain the issue, give an example to back you up, analyze the example and why it supports your thoughts on the topic, and summarize why your topic needs to change in the manner in which you’re suggesting. V. Conclusion/Summary: Don’t just repeat yourself here. This should be a quick and direct paragraph restating the basic idea in your introduction, but with the new, enlightening information you’ve given the reader throughout the body. This can be an opportunity to really let your own voice and opinion shine through.