Parts of the Essay
Types of Essay
Formal or Informal
Present, Past or, Future Tense
Identify the Predicate
100
A sentence, usually stated in the introductory paragraph which clearly identifies the writer's topic and opinion.
What is a Thesis Statement
100
An essay which explains how to accomplish a task or tells about a subject through extensive research.
What is an expository essay
100
Uses the third person.
What is a formal essay
100
He wore his coat because it was snowing outside.
What is past tense
100
My hair is blonde
What is blonde
200
The first paragraph of an essay which usually includes a thesis statement and briefly discusses the topic of the paper.
What is an Introduction
200
An essay which sets out to convince the reader of a particular opinion. Uses emotions and heartfelt examples to sway the reader to their side.
What is a persuasive essay
200
Uses the first person
What is informal essay
200
He couldn't believe his luck! His lottery ticket contained the winning numbers!
What is past tense
200
The shark swims through the ocean.
What is swims
300
The final paragraph of the essay. It should restate the thesis statement and wrap up any loose ends from the essay.
What is the conclusion
300
An essay which tries to convince the reader to take the writer's opinion. This type of essay uses logic and hard facts to win the reader over.
What is an argumentative essay
300
Can use slang
What is an informal essay
300
Would you like to go to the movies with me?
What is the future tense
300
It is only you that I adore!
What is you
400
The main part of the essay which sets out to support the thesis statement.
What is the body
400
A type of informal essay based on personal experience from the writer.
What is a narrative essay
400
Must follow a rigid structure. The standard 5 paragraph essay is an example.
What is a formal essay.
400
I'm walking up the road. All of a sudden, I slip on the ice and fall down! I drop everything!
What is present tense
400
The dog's fur is matted
What is matted
500
The first sentence of any body paragraph which states what that paragraph will be about.
What is the Topic Sentence
500
A type of expository essay which analyses a poem, dramatic piece, story or, book.
What is a literary essay
500
Tends to be thought provoking. The writer may have a complex vocabulary and back up their argument with facts.
What is a formal essay
500
I can't believe you would say something like that.
What is the future tense
500
Alanis Morissette is my favorite singer from the 90s
What is singer
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