Key Writing Concepts

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Thesis Statement

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A clear and concise statement that presents the main argument or point of the assignment.

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Topic Sentences

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Sentences that express the main idea of each paragraph, supporting the thesis.

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Coherence

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Logical flow and connection between ideas and paragraphs.

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Cohesion

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Use of linking words and phrases to connect sentences and paragraphs smoothly.

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Clarity

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Ensuring that ideas are expressed clearly and unambiguously.

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Conciseness

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Eliminating unnecessary words or information to make the writing more direct and to the point.

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Evidence

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Supporting arguments with relevant data, examples, or quotations.

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Analysis

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Interpreting evidence and explaining how it supports the thesis.

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Synthesis

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Combining different ideas and sources to create a cohesive argument.

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Revision

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Reviewing and altering content to improve clarity, coherence, and overall quality.