The Five Paragraph Essay Review Flashcard

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What is the first sentence of an essay called?

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Hook - The goal is to grab the readers' attention.

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Where is the thesis stated in a 5-paragraph essay?

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In the introduction.

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True or False: The introduction of a five paragraph essay should describe each of your points in great detail.

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False - The introduction should provide a general overview, not detailed descriptions.

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What is the purpose of the body paragraphs?

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To give support for the thesis.

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Where does the writer restate the thesis in a new way?

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In the conclusion.

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

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Introduction, Body Paragraphs, 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.

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What should each body paragraph begin with?

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A topic sentence that introduces the main idea of the paragraph.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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What is the significance of transitions in an essay?

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Transitions help to connect ideas and ensure a smooth flow between paragraphs.