Informative Essay Writing

Front

How many paragraphs should an informative essay have?

Back

4 paragraphs.

Front

What type of information is included in Paragraph 3 of an essay?

Back

Body Paragraph (ACCECCES).

Front

What is the term for quoting directly from the text in your essay?

Back

Textual evidence.

Front

What is a thesis statement?

Back

The statement that is the main idea of an essay.

Front

Can I write 'I know this because' in my essay?

Back

Never.

Front

What is the purpose of an introduction in an essay?

Back

To introduce the main topic and grab the reader's attention.

Front

What does ACCECCES stand for in essay writing?

Back

A structure for body paragraphs: Assertion, Context, Citation, Explanation, Connection, and Summary.

Front

What is the conclusion of an essay?

Back

The final paragraph that summarizes the main points and restates the thesis.

Front

What is the role of evidence in an informative essay?

Back

To support claims and provide credibility to the arguments.

Front

What should you avoid in an informative essay?

Back

Personal opinions and unsupported claims.