Essay Writing Flashcard

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What is the main purpose of a topic sentence?

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Introduces the focus topic of the paragraph.

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What is a hook in essay writing?

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A hook can be a question, strong statement, quote, statistic, or anecdote that grabs the reader's attention.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion paragraph?

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To revisit the main ideas of your essay and to provide closure.

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What should the second part of your conclusion paragraph do?

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Restate your three explanations/topic sentences.

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What is the minimum number of sentences needed for the explanation part of your body paragraph?

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3.

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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 structure of a five-paragraph essay?

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Introduction, three body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

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What is the role of evidence in an essay?

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Evidence supports your thesis and arguments, making your essay more persuasive.

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What is a transition sentence?

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A transition sentence connects ideas between paragraphs and helps the flow of the essay.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.