Extended Fridays 11.17

What is the purpose of the introduction paragraph?

• To conclude the essay

• To introduce the main idea or topic

• To provide supporting details

What does the body paragraph contain?

• Main idea and supporting details

• Only the conclusion

• Only the introduction

How many body paragraphs are usually in an essay?

• One

• Two

• Three or more

What is the purpose of the conclusion paragraph?

• To introduce the main idea

• To provide supporting detail

• To summarize and wrap up the essay

What should you avoid in the conclusion paragraph?

• Restating the thesis

• Introducing new information

• Both a and b

​ ​ (a)   - This is where you grab the reader's attention.​ ​

• Opening statement
• Summarization and closing thoughts
• Main idea and supporting details

​​ (a)   - This is where you provide details that support the main idea.​

• Summarization and closing thoughts
• Main idea and supporting details
• Opening statement

​ (a)   - This is where you wrap up your essay and leave a lasting impression

• Summarization and closing thoughts
• Opening statement
• Main idea and supporting details