Modern World History Name:

Source Analysis Period:

PEAL Paragraphs

One way to construct a paragraph is the PEAL format. You will notice that this is very similar to the TISAS
format, but with the introduction of evidence not listed. This is not to mean that you shouldnt introduce
your evidence, but that you may not need to in all cases. Here is how a PEAL paragraph works:

Point
Start with a topic sentence that states your point.
Use a complex sentence whenever possible.
Evidence
Provide evidence supporting your point.
This is usually either a quote from a source, a paraphrase of information from a source, or in the case
of a test, something you learned about the topic.
Analysis
Explain how your evidence supports your point,
Elaborate on your evidence, and/or
Evaluate your evidence in light of your point.
This is where you perform your own analysis, the most important part of your writing.
Link
Connect back to the topic sentence OR
Link your point back to your thesis statement.

Directions:

1. Using different colored highlighters/markers/pens/colored pencils, highlight/underline the POINT,

EVIDENCE, ANALYSIS, and LINK in your response to Question 4.
2. Revise your paragraph to do the following:
a. Strengthen your topic sentence.
b. Include specific, detailed evidence from the sources and what you have learned about
colonialism.
c. Analyze each piece of evidence.
d. Link your point back to the topic sentence.

REVISED RESPONSE TO QUESTION

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