1)Yes/No
2)Major premise - cite the rule applicable. Some professors would like to see article numbers but if you want to be 100% safe, just use: Under the law, According to RPC, NCC, etc.
3)Minor Premise - Relate the facts. In the case at bar; In the case under consideration, etc.
4) Conclusion - apply the rule with the facts.
Sample Question:
X killed Y. Is X criminally liable?
Sample Answer:
Yes, X is criminally liable.
Under the law, criminal liability is incurred by a person who commits a felony.
In the case at bar, X, having killed Y committed a felony.
Therefore, X is criminally liable.
Tip: Professors have different styles. Some likes logic. Some would like you to go straight to the point. The important thing is to know what your professor wants to see. Samplex would be very helpful .
