Step 1. Identify the introduction by labelling it on the left side. Then, write a brief comment on it (Left side). Step 2. Box in the writer's claim and label it on the right side. Then, write a brief comment on it (right side). Step 3. Underline the main arguments that support the claim and comment on it (on the right side). Step 4. Encircle the counterarguments to the writer's claim and comment on it (on the right side). Step 5. Identify the conclusion by labeling it and commenting on it on the left side (annotation style).