What is the main purpose of a 5 paragraph essay?

Brain Pop 5 Paragraph Essay

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5th Grade
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Mrs. Church
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To entertain the reader
To persuade the reader
To summarize a story
To describe a person
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How many paragraphs are there in a 5 paragraph essay?
3
4
5
6
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the first paragraph of a 5 paragraph essay called?
Introduction
Conclusion
Body Paragraph
Thesis Statement
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the introduction paragraph in a 5 paragraph essay?
To provide evidence
To restate the thesis
To present the main idea
To conclude the essay
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the body paragraphs in a 5 paragraph essay?
To introduce the topic
To provide supporting details
To summarize the essay
To make a final point
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the conclusion paragraph in a 5 paragraph essay?
To introduce a new topic
To summarize the main points
To ask a question
To provide a counterargument
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the last paragraph of a 5 paragraph essay called?
Introduction
Conclusion
Body Paragraph
Thesis Statement
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should be included in the thesis statement of a 5 paragraph essay?
A summary of the main points
A question for the reader
A personal opinion
The main idea or argument
9.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of using paragraphs in an essay?
To make the essay longer
To organize ideas and information
To confuse the reader
To add unnecessary details
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