Hook
What is a hook? Where is it located?
The hook is what draws the reader in and captures their attention. It is the first sentence of the introductory paragraph.
What is a thesis statement? Where is it located?
A thesis statement is the "road map" to your essay. It is located in the last sentence of the introductory paragraph.
Is a short collection of paragraphs that present facts, opinions, and ideas of a topic
an essay
What is a body paragraph?
The middle paragraphs of an essay.
What is a concluding paragraph?
The last paragraph in an essay.
What kind of hook is?
"Almost 70% of our body is made of water".
An interesting fact.
What is the following thesis arguing?
School uniforms may be an upfront cost for families, but they eliminate the visual differences between students and provide a more equality atmosphere at school.
That school uniforms are a better option for students because they provide a more equal environment for students.
What is an introduction?
Is the first part of the essay that gives the reader an idea of what the essay is going to be about.
What is the purpose of a body paragraph?
To argue your thesis and provide evidence to support your claims.
What are two things that should go in a conclusion?
1) Restating the thesis
2) Wrapping up your argument
Make a hook using a question.
Have you ever wondered what is going on in someone's head?
Make 2 corrections to the following thesis statement:
We have to be ready, and that's why I'll tell what to do in case of an accident."
1) The thesis should be one sentence long.
2) The thesis needs to provide reasoning.
3) The thesis should avoid "I" or "We"
What is a concrete detail?
The evidence of your essay.
How many body paragraphs in a 5 paragraph essay?
Three
Name a transition word that can be used in a concluding paragraph?
-In conclusion
-In sum
-Moreover
-In summary,
-Overall
Make a hook using an interesting fact or observation.
Online college classes are cheaper and more effective than in-person college classes.
Taking care of a pet requires responsibility on the part of the owner for they must be able to feed it, walk it, and provide it with attention.
What is commentary?
The explanation of the evidence, after quoting from an article or piece of literature.
What are three things that should be in a body paragraph?
Topic sentence, concrete detail, and commentary.
Surprise
Free 400 points!
Make a hook using a famous quote.
“Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world.”
-Nelson Mandela
We need to impulse the education by giving more attention to the family, making good teachers, and creating a stable rule of law
Make a thesis statement for this incomplete introduction
"Schools in Switzerland don't give homework, and they are one of the best education systems in the world. These are different methods to teach, and you can use the one which gives you better results"
What are the differences between the hook and the thesis?
The hook is used to grab the attention, and the thesis sets up your entire essay.
Take your 500 points
You are brave, good job.
What is the first sentence of a conclusion?
Restating the thesis.