Informational Writing

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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 or paper, usually found in the introduction.

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What is opinion writing?

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Opinion writing is a type of writing that expresses the writer's personal beliefs or viewpoints on a topic.

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What does it mean to reinforce an idea?

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To reinforce an idea means to make it stronger or more convincing.

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How should a conclusion paragraph begin?

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A conclusion paragraph should begin by restating the thesis statement and the main reasons discussed in the essay.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or back up the main idea or topic sentence.

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What is a hook in writing?

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A hook is an engaging opening sentence or question that grabs the reader's attention.

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What is the purpose of informational writing?

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The purpose of informational writing is to inform or explain something to the reader using facts and details.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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What is the role of a conclusion in writing?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and reinforces the thesis, providing closure to the reader.