Essay Writing

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Is it ok to write using personal pronouns (I, my, you, we...) in a formal essay?

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NO! In formal essays, personal pronouns should be avoided to maintain an objective tone.

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Where should your thesis or claim be located in an essay?

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Your thesis or claim should be at the end of your introduction.

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What type of essay presents information or facts?

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An expository essay presents information or facts.

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What is the correct order of paragraphs in an essay?

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The correct order is introduction, body paragraph(s), conclusion.

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What type of essay aims to influence someone's opinion or action?

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A persuasive essay aims to influence someone's opinion or action.

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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.

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What is the purpose of an introduction in an essay?

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The introduction sets the stage for the essay, introduces the topic, and presents the thesis.

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What are body paragraphs?

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Body paragraphs provide support and evidence for the thesis statement.

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What is a conclusion in an essay?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and restates the thesis in light of the evidence presented.

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What is the difference between a narrative and a descriptive essay?

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A narrative essay tells a story, while a descriptive essay focuses on detailing a person, place, or event.