Essay Structure
What is the sentence that wraps up your essay's argument called?
The thesis.
True or False: A thesis cannot be a question.
True. Your thesis should be a statement.
True or False: An introduction can only be one paragraph.
False. Introductions can be multiple paragraphs. In this class, our intros will typically be one paragraph because our essays will be relatively short.
What is my name?
Lydia Gullicksen (you can call me Lydia)
What are McNeese's school colors?
Blue and gold.
Topic sentences are found in what type of essay paragraph?
The body paragraph.
Where is the thesis typically located within an essay?
Near the end of the essay introduction.
True or false: an introduction is the time to grab your reader's attention.
True.
How many bonus points do you get for going to the Writing Center.
5 bonus points for visiting the Writing Center.
Who is the current president of McNeese?
Dr. Daryl Burckel
What are the three parts of an essay described in the book as the "rule of three?"
Intro, body, conclusion
True or False: A thesis is a statement of fact.
False. A thesis statement is an opinion or argument.
Two times, once in the intro and once in the conclusion.
How many essays will you have (not including the final)?
Three essays.
What was McNeese originally called?
Lake Charles Junior College.
What is the minimum supporting points that an essay should contain?
Three supporting points (three body paragraphs)
Name two things that the book says a thesis should be.
Options: Clear, a complete sentence, argumentative, defensible.
Name at least one thing the introduction should avoid (according to the book).
Options: avoid rhetorical questions, using sources, and being vague.
One week from when the essay is returned with a grade.
What year was McNeese founded?
1939.
All information in the entire essay should relate back to the _________.
Thesis.
Name two things that the book says a thesis cannot be.
Options: a personal preference, a question, a logical fallacy, statement of fact, a list of points.
Name at least one thing the conclusion should avoid (according to the book).
Options: avoid any new claims, avoid repetition, avoid rhetorical questions.
What type of final will you have?
A take home reflective essay.
How many degree programs does McNeese offer?
83.