Basics
How many paragraphs must be in the essay?
5 paragraphs
Can I Include Personal Experiences in My Essay?
Yes, incorporating personal experiences can enhance your essay, but ensure they directly relate to and support your opinion.
How many body paragraphs are in an essay?
3 body paragraphs
where would I find examples of my second reason?
body paragraph 2
Can I Use Personal Pronouns in an Opinion Essay?
Yes, using personal pronouns like "I" is acceptable in an opinion essay since you are expressing your personal viewpoint.
What is the first sentence of an introduction paragraph called?
Hook/grabber
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
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
Your thesis is made up of two components. What are they?
opinion + reasons
t or F: My intro pARAgraph should contain a call to action
False. call to action goes in your conclusion
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. states your opinion and gives 1 reason that the paragraph will be about.
What comes first in a conclusion?
Rephrased thesis statement
True/False: You must include always evidence (quote/in text citation) into your essay to support your thesis
True
which paragraph should be about my first reason?
body paragraph 1
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 is the structure of each body paragraph?
Topic sentence (opinoin + reason)
Evidence
Explain
Evidence2
Explanation 2
Restate your reason.
In which paragraph do you restate your thesis in a new way?
Conclusion
how many paragraphs should an opinion essay be?
5