The Five Paragraph Essay Review Flashcard

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What is the purpose of the introduction in a five paragraph essay?

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To introduce the topic and present the thesis statement.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What are the three main parts of a five paragraph essay?

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Introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion.

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What is the role of the conclusion in a five paragraph essay?

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To summarize the main points and restate the thesis in a new way.

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What is a 'hook' in an essay?

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The first sentence designed to grab the reader's attention.

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How many body paragraphs are typically in a five paragraph essay?

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Three body paragraphs.

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What should each body paragraph include?

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A main point that supports the thesis, along with evidence and examples.

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True or False: Each body paragraph should focus on a different main point.

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True.

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What is the importance of transitions in an essay?

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To guide the reader through the essay and connect ideas.

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What is a topic sentence?

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The first sentence of a body paragraph that states the main idea of that paragraph.