RST Essay Review

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What must you do when using multiple citations?

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Explain the relevance of each citation.

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What is effectively argued in the second sentence of a body paragraph in an argumentative essay?

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The claim made in your thesis statement.

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How many sources should be introduced in the introduction of any essay according to the outline?

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Three.

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What might you be asked to explain in an informative essay?

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The author's purpose and the type of information used.

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What should the final sentence of your essay do?

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Wrap up the topic's impact on the wider world or individual.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What is the purpose of a body paragraph in an essay?

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To support the thesis statement with evidence and analysis.

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What is a transition sentence?

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A sentence that connects one idea or paragraph to another.

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What is the role of a conclusion in an essay?

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To summarize the main points and provide closure to the topic.

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What is an argumentative essay?

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An essay that presents a claim and supports it with evidence and reasoning.