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: Each paragraph must focus on a single main idea. Use the rule of unity to ensure every sentence directly supports your topic sentence.

: Support your claims with reasoning and scholarship. Use clear transitions to show how your points connect back to your main argument.

For a standard academic essay, you can follow this layout recommended by university writing centers:

: Each paragraph must focus on a single main idea. Use the rule of unity to ensure every sentence directly supports your topic sentence.

: Support your claims with reasoning and scholarship. Use clear transitions to show how your points connect back to your main argument. Page118

For a standard academic essay, you can follow this layout recommended by university writing centers: : Each paragraph must focus on a single main idea