ELEMENTS OF A TEXT

Front

What is the first paragraph of a piece of writing that defines or describes the topic and sets the tone for the rest of the work?

Back

Introduction

Front

What is it called when you say that something is true based on a point of view, although you cannot prove it, and others might not believe it?

Back

Claim

Front

What is the information used in writing that is directly pulled from a reliable or verified source?

Back

Evidence

Front

What are written works that explain something, telling how or why something happens, or providing information about something?

Back

Text

Front

What is the final part of an essay that summarizes the main points and restates the thesis statement?

Back

Conclusion

Front

What is the main idea or argument that an author presents in a piece of writing?

Back

Thesis Statement

Front

What is the part of an essay that develops the main points and provides supporting details?

Back

Body

Front

What is a statement that can be supported by evidence and is used to persuade the reader?

Back

Argument

Front

What is the term for the perspective from which a story is told?

Back

Point of View

Front

What is the term for the emotional atmosphere created by a piece of writing?

Back

Tone