8th Grade Informative Essays

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What is the purpose of an informative essay?

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To inform or explain a topic to the reader.

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Where should the hook be placed in an essay?

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In the introduction.

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What does the concluding paragraph do?

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Restates the thesis and main points, and tells the importance of the topic.

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What is evidence in an essay?

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Direct quotes or paraphrased examples from the text that support the thesis or claims.

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What is a lead-in in the context of writing evidence?

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A phrase that introduces a quote or evidence in an essay.

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What are body paragraphs in an essay?

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Sections that develop the main ideas and provide supporting evidence.

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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 is the role of the introduction in an essay?

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To introduce the topic, provide background information, and present the thesis.

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What is elaboration in writing?

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Providing additional details and explanations to support your evidence.

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What is the difference between a direct quote and a paraphrase?

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A direct quote is the exact wording from a source, while a paraphrase is a restatement of the ideas in your own words.