UNV-104 Topic 5 - The Writing Process

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay, typically found in the introduction.

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In a 5 paragraph essay, where is the thesis statement restated?

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In the conclusion paragraph.

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How many supporting paragraphs are there in a 5 paragraph essay?

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There are three supporting paragraphs.

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What is the purpose of in-text citations?

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In-text citations provide credit to the original sources of information used in the essay.

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True or False: Every in-text citation must have a corresponding reference on the reference page.

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True.

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What role do the three sub-topics of a thesis statement serve in an essay?

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They map out the specific topics of the supporting paragraphs, preparing the reader for what will be discussed.

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What is the most effective way to connect main points of your thesis to supporting paragraphs?

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Using topic sentences.

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What is a hook in an essay?

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A hook is an engaging opening statement designed to grab the reader's attention.

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What is the structure of a 5 paragraph essay?

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Introduction, three supporting paragraphs, and a conclusion.

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What is the purpose of the conclusion in an essay?

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To summarize the main points and restate the thesis statement.