Front

What is the purpose of a concluding statement in an essay?

Back

To summarize the main points and restate the argument

Front

Example of "evidence" in an essay: A personal story, A quote from a credible source, An opinion, A rhetorical question

Back

A quote from a credible source

Front

"Elaborate" on a topic in an essay

Back

To provide additional details and explanations

Front

"Source" in writing context

Back

A place where information is obtained

Front

What is the role of an "introduction" in an essay?

Back

To present the main argument and engage the reader

Front

Illustrate (in the context of writing)

Back

To explain or clarify by giving examples

Front

What is the purpose of a "paragraph" in an essay?

Back

To organize ideas into a coherent section

Front

"Details" in writing

Back

Specific information that supports a main idea

Front

What does it mean to "exclude" information in an essay?

Back

To leave out irrelevant or unnecessary information

Front

Conclusion in the context of an essay

Back

The final section that summarizes and closes the essay