Thesis Vocab

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Claim

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An opinion stated as fact.

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Thesis statement

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A sentence that states the claim of an essay, supported by reasons or examples.

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Linking word

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A word that links your thesis and your reasons.

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Introduction paragraph:

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Set of sentences where writers begin their essay; includes a hook, background info, and a thesis statement.

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Body paragraphs:

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Two to three paragraphs explaining the main idea of an essay.

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Conclusion paragraph

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The last paragraph in an essay, summarizing ideas in different words from the thesis.

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to persuade

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to convince others to do something or agree with you

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Opinion:

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A belief or view about something.

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Fact: A statement that can be proved TRUE or FALSE.

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Fact

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What is an essay?

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A short piece of writing on a particular subject.