Topic sentence / Argument: Identify a trait that leads to greatness
Assertion / Claim: This trait leads to greatness because …
Evidence: provide an example from the text. In A Christmas Carol it says, “ …” (817).
Elaboration: your explanation / opinion about WHY the trait as demonstrated in the evidence leads to greatness
Counterclaim: acknowledge that some people may not see that trait as necessary…
Evidence: provide an example that demonstrates the trait. In A Christmas Carol it says, “ …” (817).
Elaboration: explain why this example disproves the counterclaim
Conclusion: a general statement that reminds readers of what your answer to the question is and/or expands the topic beyond the text