Basics
How many paragraphs must be in the essay?
5 paragraphs
Is the introduction the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd part of an essay?
The 1st part
How many body paragraphs are in an essay?
3 body paragraphs
Is the conclusion the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd part of an essay?
The 3rd Part
Which of the following is NOT necessary to include in an introduction for a paper?
1. Quotation
2. Hook
3. Thesis statement
4. Background
1. Quotation
What is the first sentence of an introduction paragraph called?
Hook/grabber
Topic sentence/background
What is the first sentence in a body paragraph called?
Topic Sentence
What is the purpose of the conclusion?
restate the thesis statement and sum up the main points
What 3 parts make up you intro?
Hook Topic background
Thesis statement
Essay map
Which paragraph gives background on your topic and contains your thesis statement?
introduction
What is the last sentence of your introduction called?
Thesis statement
What order should the body paragraph be in?
The way they're listed in the thesis statement.
Give three examples of transition words used in a conclusion paragraph
In conclusion, finally, lastly, as a result
A list of all of the sources you have used in your essay/research
How many body paragraphs are in a 5-paragraph essay?
three
What is the purpose of a thesis statement?
Tells the reader what the essay is about and reason why they are writing the essay
What is the purpose of a topic sentence?
Introduces what your paragraph is about to the reader.
What comes first in a conclusion?
Rephrased thesis statement
True
Which paragraph is like a mini-outline of your entire essay?
introduction
What are good things to use in a hook?
Good things to use in a hook are question, facts, statistics, quotes, or personal experience/examples
What strategy should you use in each of you body paragraphs?
In which paragraph do you restate your thesis in a new way?
Conclusion
What do you call the italicized part of this intro paragraph?
The spread of the internet has had a world-changing effect, not least on the world of education. The use of the internet in academic contexts is on the rise, and its role in learning is hotly debated. For many teachers who did not grow up with this technology, its effects seem alarming and potentially harmful. This concern, while understandable, is misguided. The negatives of internet use are outweighed by its critical benefits for students and educators—as a uniquely comprehensive and accessible information source; a means of exposure to and engagement with different perspectives; and a highly flexible learning environment.
Thesis statement