The Math Instinct Argumentative TEPEC Essay

Prompt: Are ants better at navigating than humans? Provide textual evidence from The Math Instinct
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Your side of the issue (Thesis Statement):

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First reason that supports your side of the issue:

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This is because, When, If

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In the text, Last week, For example, I know,

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As A Result, This means that, Fortunately, unfortunately, Consequently,

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However, On the other hand, To present another viewpoint, A second perspective,

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P1-2

E2-2

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Support the argument with: This is because, When, If

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In the text, Last week, For example, I know,
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As A Result, This means that, Fortunately, unfortunately, Consequently
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In conclusion, Therefore, To sum it all up

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Do I have a thesis statement?

Did I use at least one piece of evidence from the text?
Did I cite the text in my essay?
Did I use proper grammar?
Did I follow TEPEC?
Have I used transitions between my paragraphs?
Did I write my final essay in ink on a separate sheet of paper?