Informative Writing

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What is the last paragraph of an essay?

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Conclusion

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How many body paragraphs are in an essay?

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3

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The conclusion paragraph restates the _________________

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thesis statement

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What is a thesis statement?

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The statement that is the main idea of an essay.

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In an informative writing essay, NEVER say 'In my opinion'!

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True

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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 are the main components of an informative essay?

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Introduction, body paragraphs, conclusion.

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What should each body paragraph in an essay include?

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A main idea, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.

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What is the role of evidence in an informative essay?

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To support the thesis statement and main ideas.

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What is a topic sentence?

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The sentence that states the main idea of a paragraph.