Answer :
Introduction goes first
then the paragraphs of your topic
Then at the end is you thesis statement
In my school this is is how we normally make our essays
Ex.
I. Introduction paragraph with thesis statement
II. Compare and contrast Federalist with current parties' beliefs
III. Compare and contrast Anti-Federalist with current parties' beliefs
IV. Conclude by taking a stand on the beliefs of your choice and why
then the paragraphs of your topic
Then at the end is you thesis statement
In my school this is is how we normally make our essays
Ex.
I. Introduction paragraph with thesis statement
II. Compare and contrast Federalist with current parties' beliefs
III. Compare and contrast Anti-Federalist with current parties' beliefs
IV. Conclude by taking a stand on the beliefs of your choice and why