Essay Structure

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What is the purpose of a hook in an essay?

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To grab the reader's attention.

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What is a good transition phrase to use when moving from one body paragraph to another?

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In addition,

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How many paragraphs should an essay typically have?

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As many as you need.

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What is the job of the topic sentence in a body paragraph?

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To tell what the paragraph is about.

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Before using a quote as evidence, what should we provide?

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Context, such as the name of the author, the character speaking, and the situation at the time of the quote.

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What is the structure of a basic essay?

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Introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion.

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What is the role of the conclusion in an essay?

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To summarize the main points and provide a final thought.

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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 should each body paragraph include?

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A topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.

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What is a concluding sentence?

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A sentence that wraps up the main idea of a paragraph.