The Thesis Statement
Where in your essay should the thesis statement be located? (Be specific)
The last sentence of your introduction paragraph.
Where is the hook sentence located in your essay?
(Be specific)
The first sentence (opening statement) of the first introduction paragraph.
What is the main purpose of an introduction paragraph?
To peak readers interest and tell them what your essay is going to be about.
What is the minimum amount of body paragraphs you should include?
3 body paragraphs
What is the first thing you should include at the top of your paper?
Header - Name, Class, Date
What type of language should your thesis use?
Strong, decisive language
What is the purpose of the hook sentence?
to grab the reader's attention
What is the main purpose of a conclusion paragraph?
To wrap up your essay. Restate your claims and finish with one last convincing thought.
What is the first sentence of your body paragraph called?
topic sentence or claim
What is the last page of your essay?
Works Cited page
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Does a hook sentence have to be the first sentence you write?
No
What is the difference between the thesis in your introduction paragraph and your conclusion paragraph?
The thesis sentence in your conclusion paragraph should restate your original theisis in different terms.
What should be the last sentence of your body paragraph?
Conclusion sentence summarizing your claim or topic.
What font and size os correct to use in MLA formatting?
Times New Roman 12 point font
What are the two parts of a good thesis statement.
(1) The main topic
(2) 3 supporting claims/evidence
What are 3 types of hook sentences you can use?
Statistical hook
Quotation hook
Anecdotal hook
Question hook
Bold statement
Restate the thesis - Oreos are the best cookies because they have a tasty filling, they have both chocolate and cream flavors, and they are amazing crumbled on ice cream.
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Where do the topics of your body paragraph come from?
The topics/claims/arguments listed in your thesis.
How should you format a in-text citation?
(author last name, pg. #)
Write a thesis claiming that Oreos are the best cookie.
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Write me a good hook sentence.
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What 3 types of sentence should you include in your introduction paragraph?
Hook sentence, claim/topic sentences, and thesis
What are two examples of evidence you can use in your body paragraphs?
direct quotes
testimonies or statements
Statistical information or data
Examples (personal or hypothetical)
Find the mistake in the Work Cited citation.
Last name, First name. Book Title. Publisher's Name: City it was published in, Year of Print.
Last name, First name. Book Title. City it was published in: Publisher's Name, Year of Print.