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What happens when I write my prompt in one paragraph?

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You'll probably fail. Make an outline that splits the prompt into several paragraphs. If it's a good prompt, there will be a lot you can write about.

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Can I make up facts in an essay?

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Most of the time no, unless you could be counted as a reliable source to that prompt. Since most of the time you have to write out the sources, they should be reliable ones.

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How do I get my students to take my class more seriously?

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If they're not taking you seriously and constantly pulling out their phones and talking, this usually means you're one of these two teachers: You're the really nice teacher or you're the funny/relatable teacher. Just start confiscating phones or start handing out more surprise quizzes without any warning. If you want to go the other route, try bribing them with food or "No Homework" passes.

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How do I not restate the prompt when I write my thesis for my introduction?

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It is usually better to restate the question/prompt, but if you don't want to, you can start a sentence with the example you are providing or your opinion on the prompt.

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How do I start and write a thesis statement?

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Decide on a topic; the central idea of your paper is your topic. Give your main point of view on the subject. Pick two reasons to back up your main point, give another reason to back up your main point. If applicable, include a counterpoint to your main point.

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