Writing an OST Essay

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What is a paragraph?

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A paragraph is a group of sentences that discuss a single main idea.

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How many sentences should be in a paragraph?

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A paragraph should typically contain 4-8 sentences.

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How many paragraphs should I aim to write in an essay?

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You should aim to write 5 paragraphs in an essay.

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What should follow every quote in a BODY paragraph?

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Every quote should be followed by elaboration, which is your own words that give more information about the quote.

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What should you do when given two texts as resources?

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You should use a quote from each text and mention the name of the text when quoting.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in an essay?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and provides a final perspective on the topic.

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What is elaboration in writing?

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Elaboration is providing additional information or explanation about a quote or idea.

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What is the structure of a typical essay?

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A typical essay consists of an introduction, three body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

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What is the role of the introduction in an essay?

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The introduction presents the main topic and includes a thesis statement.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.