Essay Writing

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What is the first paragraph in a formal essay called?

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Introduction

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How many reasons should support your claim in an essay?

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2 or more

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Which piece of evidence best supports the claim that we should have sports in middle school?

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Research shows that school sports increase student interest in school.

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In an essay, where can we find the 'thesis statement'?

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Last Sentence of the Introduction

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What 3 elements are in the Introductory paragraph?

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Hook, Reference, Thesis

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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 purpose of a hook in an essay?

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To grab the reader's attention and make them want to read more.

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What is a body paragraph?

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A body paragraph is a section of an essay that explains, supports, or develops the main idea.

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What should each body paragraph include?

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A topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.

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What is the conclusion of an essay?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and restates the thesis in a new way.