How To: Write an Essay

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What should you look for when editing your essay?

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Spelling and grammar, staying on topic, keeping your audience's attention, checking if it makes sense and flows - all of the above.

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Do you need to cite sources if you change the words around before writing it down?

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False.

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What button do you use to indent in a word processor?

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Tab.

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Where can evidence be found in your essay?

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In the body paragraphs.

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Does each paragraph in a research paper need a main idea and cited details?

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True.

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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.

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What is the purpose of a hook in an essay?

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To grab the reader's attention and encourage them to read further.

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What are body paragraphs?

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Body paragraphs are the sections of an essay that provide support and evidence for the thesis.

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What is plagiarism?

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Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's work or ideas without proper citation.

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What is the conclusion of an essay?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and restates the thesis in a new way.