Parts of an essay

Front

What is the first paragraph in an essay called?

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Introduction paragraph

Front

What is the main idea of a body paragraph called?

Back

Topic sentence

Front

What is the last sentence in a body paragraph that summarizes the main idea?

Back

Conclusion sentence

Front

What should the first sentence of the conclusion paragraph do?

Back

Restate the thesis statement

Front

True or False: The thesis statement is the last sentence in the introduction paragraph.

Back

True

Front

What do we call the sentences that support the topic sentence in a body paragraph?

Back

Supporting details

Front

What is the purpose of the introduction paragraph?

Back

To introduce the main topic and thesis statement of the essay.

Front

What is the purpose of the conclusion paragraph?

Back

To summarize the main points and restate the thesis.

Front

What is a thesis statement?

Back

A sentence that states the main idea of the essay.

Front

What is a body paragraph?

Back

A paragraph that provides details and support for the thesis.