GMAT AWA Essay Template
The following AWA essay template (view as PDF or text), when accompanied by proper grammar, good diction, and solid argument analysis, has produced many 6.0 AWA scores.
Template - Analysis of an Argument
Please see the sample essay in order to better understand how to apply this template.
Paragraph 1 - Introduction
Dissection of argument (i.e., name the parts of the argument: premises, conclusions, assumptions)
Thesis statement: the argument that ... is flawed because (paragraph 2 overview) and (paragraph 3 overview)
Paragraph 2 - First Point (i.e., First Reason Argument is Flawed)
Transition Phrase: First,
Statement of Point
Example
Relate the Example
Paragraph 3 - Second Point (i.e., Second Reason Argument is Flawed)
Transition Phrase: Second,
Statement of Point
Example
Relate the Example
Paragraph 4 - How to Fix Argument
Transition Phrase: Moreover,
How to Fix Argument
Paragraph 5 - Conclusion
Transition Phrase: In conclusion,
Recap of Thesis Statement
Summary of Outline
Template - Analysis of an Issue
Please see the sample essay in order to better understand how to apply this template.
Paragraph 1 - Introduction
Acknowledge the complexity of the issue
Thesis statement: I agree/disagree with the statement that ... because (paragraph 2 overview) and (paragraph 3 overview)
Paragraph 2 - First Point
Transition Phrase: First,
Statement of Point
Example
Relate the Example
Paragraph 3 - Second Point
Transition Phrase: Second,
Statement of Point
Example
Relate the Example
Paragraph 4 - Rejection of Counter-Point
Transition Phrase/Statement of Counter Point: On the other hand, some may argue that...
Rebuttal of Counter Point
Example Supporting Rebuttal
Relate the Example
Paragraph 5 - Conclusion
Transition Phrase: In conclusion,
Recap of Thesis Statement
Summary of Outline