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Why is it important to provide textual evidence?

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It makes your claim stronger and helps prove your point.

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What should an introduction include?

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Hook, Background (T.A.G.), & Claim/Thesis

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What is the topic sentence?

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The most important problem in our city is its inadequate public transportation system.

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What words do we need to remove from this prompt in order to create our claim? Prompt: How do the events help develop Couch Potato?

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remove how & do

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What should your last paragraph/conclusion consist of?

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restate the claim/thesis, summarize your essay, closing

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a clear, concise statement that presents the main argument or claim of an essay.

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What is the purpose of a hook in an introduction?

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The hook grabs the reader's attention and encourages them to read further.

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What is the role of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

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The topic sentence introduces the main idea of the paragraph.

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What is the significance of analyzing literary devices in a text?

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Analyzing literary devices helps to uncover deeper meanings and themes in the text.

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What does T.A.G. stand for in literary analysis?

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T.A.G. stands for Title, Author, and Genre.