Revise your multi-paragraph explanatory essay using formal writing style, technical language, and transitional words. Use the following checklist to ensure that all the requirements are in place:Underline the thesis statement in the introductory paragraph. Underline the topic sentence in each body paragraph.
Circle the supporting evidence used in the body paragraphs.
Count the number of transition words used in each paragraph.
Underline the restatement in the concluding paragraph.

Think back for a moment to the image of a house being built. First, a foundation is laid. Then the outside walls are framed. Next comes the framing of the individual rooms. Once the framing is complete, sheet rock is installed, along with electrical and plumbing. When all of the "technical" details are put into place, decorating begins. Writing an essay is a similar process. First, you need a foundation. The foundation is your topic. Outlining your main ideas and gathering supporting evidence is similar to the framing process. It is here that your essay starts to take shape. Developing your thesis statement, body paragraphs, introductory paragraph and concluding paragraph are all part of the building process. Now, you're ready to decorate! At the end of this project, you will be submitting the final draft of your explanatory essay. Let's get started.