The 5 Paragraph Essay_Newsela

What is the structure of a five-paragraph essay?

• Introduction, one body paragraph, and two conclusions

• Introduction, two body paragraphs, and a conclusion

• Introduction, three body paragraphs, and a conclusion

• Two introductions, two body paragraphs, and a conclusion

What should the introduction of a five-paragraph essay accomplish?

• Summarize the main points

• Present the conclusion

• List all supporting evidence

• Capture the reader's interest and introduce the topic

How many main ideas should each body paragraph in a five-paragraph essay include?

• Four

• Two

• One

• Three

Which of the following is NOT a suggested way to start an essay?

• With a question

• With a detailed description of a person

• With an interesting fact

• With an anecdote

What is the purpose of the concluding paragraph in a five-paragraph essay?

• To list the sources of information

• To introduce new evidence

• To present a counterargument

• To summarize the main points and reassert the thesis

Which of the following is a recommended step in writing a five-paragraph essay?

• Deciding on three pieces of supporting evidence

• Starting with the conclusion

• Writing the body paragraphs before the introduction

• Ignoring the thesis statement

Which of the following is NOT a transition word or phrase suggested for use between paragraphs?

• In conclusion

• As a result

• Furthermore

• Moreover

Besides the five-paragraph essay, what other form of writing might students be asked to write?

• A dictionary

• A novel

• A screenplay

• Journal entries