Essay Structure
What is the introduction?
This part of the essay introduces the topic and includes the thesis statement.
What is a narrative essay?
This essay tells a personal story or experience.
What is a topic sentence?
A sentence that introduces the main idea of a paragraph.
What is brainstorming?
The first step where you jot down ideas before writing.
What is plagiarism?
Stealing someone else’s work and claiming it as your own.
What are body paragraphs?
The "backbone" of your essay, where you present arguments or evidence.
What is an expository essay?
An essay that explains or informs, like "How to Bake a Cake."
What is evidence?
Facts, quotes, or data used to support a claim.
What is outlining?
Organizing your main points before drafting.
What is a bibliography or works cited?
A list of sources cited in an essay.
What is the thesis statement?
A sentence that summarizes the main point of the essay, often at the end of the intro.
What is a persuasive essay?
This type aims to convince the reader of a specific viewpoint.
What is analysis?
The writer’s interpretation of how evidence supports their argument.
What is a rough draft?
The messy first version of an essay.
What is the thesis?
The central argument or claim of an essay.
What is the conclusion?
The final section that restates the thesis and leaves a lasting impression.
What is a descriptive essay?
An essay that uses vivid details to paint a picture for the reader.
Who is the audience?
The intended readers of an essay.
What is revising?
Improving the flow and clarity of your essay.
What is point of view?
The perspective from which an essay is written (e.g., first person).
What are transitions?
Words like "however" or "furthermore" that connect ideas between paragraphs.
What is a compare-and-contrast essay?
A formal essay comparing similarities and differences between two subjects.
What is a hook?
A catchy opening line meant to grab the reader’s attention.
What is editing?
Fixing grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.
What is format?
The overall structure or organization of an essay.