Informative Writing

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What should each body paragraph include in informative writing?

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Each body paragraph should include a claim (or subtopic), a piece of text evidence, and a tie-in/elaboration.

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What is the trigger word for evidence in informative writing?

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The trigger word for evidence is 'The author states'.

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What is the last paragraph of an essay called?

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The last paragraph of an essay is called the conclusion.

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What should you do in the reasoning part of a body paragraph?

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In the reasoning part, you should restate your subtopic and explain how the evidence supports both your subtopic and the main topic.

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In informative writing, should you use first-person pronouns like 'I'?

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No, in informative writing, you should NEVER say 'I'.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in informative writing?

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The thesis statement presents the main idea or argument of the essay.

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What is a claim in the context of informative writing?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true, which is then supported by evidence.

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Why is text evidence important in informative writing?

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Text evidence is important because it supports the claims made in the writing and adds credibility.

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What does 'tie-in' mean in informative writing?

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A tie-in is an explanation of how the evidence relates to the claim and the overall topic.

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What is the structure of an informative essay?

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An informative essay typically includes an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.