INFORMATIVE WRITING

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What is informative writing?

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Informative writing is a type of writing that aims to educate the reader about a specific topic by providing facts, explanations, and insights.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is the purpose of a hook in an essay?

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A hook grabs the reader's attention and encourages them to continue reading the essay.

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What are the main components of an essay?

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The main components of an essay are the introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion.

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Where should the thesis statement be located in an essay?

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The thesis statement should be located in the introduction of the essay.

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What is the role of transition words in writing?

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Transition words help to connect ideas and guide the reader through the text, making it easier to follow.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is the body of an essay?

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The body of an essay consists of the paragraphs that provide support and details for the main argument or claim.

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What is a conclusion in an essay?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points of the essay and reinforces the thesis statement.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, and explanations that back up the main idea or claim in an essay.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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What is the difference between a claim and a thesis statement?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true, while a thesis statement is a specific claim that outlines the main argument of the essay.

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What are some examples of transition words?

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Examples of transition words include 'however', 'furthermore', 'in addition', and 'on the other hand'.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5