This week you should begin brainstorming what greater point your essay will uphold (your thesis), and how you can prove it using examples or illustrations. You can brainstorm by making clusters, a list, free writing, or a simple outline. Think about as many examples as you can to help explain and prove your thesis, and fill in some details, too. Later you will choose only the most effective and relevant ideas in your brainstorm to include in your final draft. Place your full brainstorm and proposed thesis statement. Choose one of the topics provided for your illustration essay: • a family activity you are passionate about • shopping for a used car • expectations of coworkers • remedies for stress • generation gaps