Parts of an Essay Flashcard

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What is a body paragraph?

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A part of an essay that explains a specific point related to the main idea.

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What does a topic sentence do?

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It introduces the main idea of a body paragraph.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that states what will be explained in the essay.

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What should not be introduced in the conclusion?

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New information.

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What is the purpose of the introduction in an essay?

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To introduce the topic and present the thesis statement.

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What is the conclusion of an essay?

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The final part that summarizes the main points and restates the thesis.

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What is an example of a strong thesis statement?

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Sub-zero temperatures in tropical regions, fierce winters, and disastrous flooding are key examples of climate change.

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What is the main idea of an essay?

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The central point or argument that the essay is trying to convey.

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What is the role of supporting details in an essay?

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To provide evidence and examples that support the main idea.

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What does it mean to revise an essay?

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To make changes to improve the content and clarity.