Body Paragraphs

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What is the first paragraph of an essay called?

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Introduction

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True or False: A topic sentence should be the first sentence of a body paragraph.

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True

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What must you include in your thesis to achieve a 3-4 on your SAGE writing?

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All of the phrases from the prompt

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What is the correct order for a body paragraph?

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Transition, Topic Sentence, Evidence, Explanation, Link.

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What is the first step you should take when writing an essay?

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Read the prompt carefully.

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What is a body paragraph?

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A section of an essay that develops a specific point related to the thesis.

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What is a topic sentence?

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The sentence that expresses the main idea of a body paragraph.

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What is the purpose of evidence in a body paragraph?

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To support the claims made in the topic sentence.

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What does 'link' refer to in a body paragraph?

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A sentence that connects the paragraph back to the thesis or transitions to the next paragraph.

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What is the role of a transition in a body paragraph?

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To guide the reader from one idea to the next smoothly.