Informational Writing

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that expresses the main idea or argument of an essay.

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What makes a strong thesis statement?

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A strong thesis statement clearly presents the main idea and outlines the supporting points.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or explanations that back up the main idea in a paragraph.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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What is the purpose of an introduction in informational writing?

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The introduction provides background information and presents the thesis statement.

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What is a hook in writing?

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A hook is an engaging opening sentence designed to grab the reader's attention.

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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

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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.

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What is an argumentative essay?

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An argumentative essay is a type of writing that presents a claim and supports it with evidence.

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Why is it important to use credible sources?

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Credible sources provide reliable information that strengthens the argument and enhances the essay's credibility.