Should people stop eating animals? This is a debate. this is what you have to do for the first paragraph, HOOK- 1-2 Sentences: (Introduce your debate topic and talk about the two different opinions): For the 2nd paragraph you must have, Background information (1-2 Sentences): (Clearly state what opinion you agree with. And the last thing you have to do is Thesis statement: One sentence that will map out the three paragraphs you will write in the essay-quickly state the three main reasons your opinion is correct- keep it BROAD since you will later explain your reasons in the next three paragraphs: