Explanatory essay

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What are the three main parts of an essay?

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Introduction, Body, Conclusion.

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What is the purpose of the introduction in an essay?

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To introduce the topic and present the thesis statement.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What role do body paragraphs play in an essay?

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They provide support and development for the thesis statement.

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What is a topic sentence?

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The sentence that tells the main idea of a paragraph.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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What are transitions in writing?

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Words or phrases that help to connect ideas and maintain the flow of the essay.

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Why is evidence important in an essay?

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To support, prove, and explain the claims made in the essay.

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

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What is a concluding paragraph?

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The final paragraph that summarizes the main points and restates the thesis.

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What is the difference between a claim and evidence?

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A claim is an assertion made in the essay, while evidence is the support provided for that claim.

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What are some common types of evidence used in essays?

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Statistics, quotes, examples, and anecdotes.