Informational Writing Vocabulary Flashcard

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Purpose of introduction in an informational/explanatory essay?

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To provide background information and state the main ideas.

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Function of a thesis statement in an essay?

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Summarizes main points and states the topic.

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Text structure that describes events in order or steps?

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Sequence

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Supporting details in a body paragraph?

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Details that support or add to a specific idea.

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Purpose of a hook in writing?

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To grab the reader's attention.

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Role of a conclusion in an essay?

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Summarize main points & restate thesis.

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Purpose of a topic sentence?

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Introduces the main idea of the paragraph.

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Function of transition words in writing?

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Create a smooth flow between ideas.

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Role of a body paragraph in an essay?

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To provide supporting details and expand on the thesis.

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Purpose of a title in an essay?

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Gives the reader an idea of the content.