Writing a strong body paragraph

Transitions To help one paragraph flow more

naturally into the next, use transitions.

The first reason… Secondly… Furthermore…

Main Idea Every paragraph should present one main idea

The first reason why I think arranged marriages should be respected is because…

Next, Support your reason. Fact Reason Example Detail

Fact 29% of all marriages in the United

States ends in divorce. In stark contrast, India has a divorce rate of 1%. This is due primarily to the prevalence of arranged marriage.

Reasons Sam George, in the article “Arranged

Marriages” states that, “in arranged marriages, man and woman comes from a similar background, and therefore, are more likely to share the same views of marriage and family.” This means that…

Example From my own experience, I know that

my parents filed for divorce because of irreconcilable differences. Although they were in a love relationship, their marriage did not work. In the article, “Arrange Marriages” the researcher was able to conclude “that the process of mate selection does not guarantee happiness or longevity of a marriage relationship.

Details You must always explain in detail what any

quote you use means.

Sam George says, “support from extended families is a big benefit of arranged marriages.” This means that in-laws and other family members can provide much needed help to the spouses such as babysitting, loans, or even a supportive ear to listen to marital problems.

Conclusion A conclusion should go beyond just summarizing the

points you made. It should also leave the reader thinking about your paper.

Try including a relevant question after summing up your point.

For instance,In conclusion, the negatives of an arranged marriage include interference from in-laws, being in a loveless relationship, and sometimes being treated like a slave. Ask yourself, is this the kind of life I want someone to live?