ToSEEC Writing Flashcard

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What does ToSEEC stand for?

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ToSEEC stands for Topic statement, Evidence, Elaboration, and Concluding statement.

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What is the purpose of a topic statement?

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The purpose of a topic statement is to state your main idea about a topic.

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What is the purpose of evidence in writing?

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The purpose of evidence is to cite evidence that develops your topic, including context.

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What is elaboration in writing?

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Elaboration explains how the evidence develops your topic.

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What is a concluding statement?

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A concluding statement summarizes the main points and reinforces the topic.

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Why is it important to include evidence in writing?

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Including evidence supports your claims and strengthens your argument.

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How can you effectively elaborate on your evidence?

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You can effectively elaborate by explaining the significance of the evidence and how it relates to your main idea.

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What role does a thesis statement play in writing?

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A thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of the writing.

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What is the difference between a topic statement and a thesis statement?

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A topic statement introduces the main idea, while a thesis statement presents the argument or claim.

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What is the significance of context in evidence?

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Context provides background information that helps the reader understand the relevance of the evidence.