An essay checklist is a list of steps and key points to ensure your essay is well-written and complete.
- Thesis and Introduction
- Clear thesis statement
- Engaging hook
- Background information
- Purpose of the essay
- Body Paragraphs
- Topic sentence for each paragraph
- Supporting evidence
- Relevant examples
- Smooth transitions
- Argument and Analysis
- Logical progression of ideas
- Strong argumentation
- Counterarguments addressed
- Analysis of evidence
- Language and Style
- Formal tone
- Varied sentence structure
- Precise word choice
- Avoidance of clichés
- Conclusion
- Restate thesis in a new way
- Summarize main points
- Call to action or closing thought
- Sense of completeness
- Proofreading
- Grammar check
- Spelling check
- Punctuation correctness
- Word count within limit