A clear thesis statement in the introductory paragraph.

The final draft

Personal Essay must be at least 1000 words (excluding the title page). Review the Example Personal Essay.

Your essay must include

A clear thesis statement in the introductory paragraph.

Specific details about the person, place, object, or event so that readers can visualize the subject and/or feel present in the story (i.e., your essay should be specific and appeal to the five senses).

A concluding paragraph.

Include a title page with the following:

Title of paper

Student’s name

Course name and number

Instructor’s name

Date submitted

Begin the essay with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.

Address the topic of the paper with critical thought.

End with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.

Format the essay according to APA style

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