Basics
How many paragraphs must be in an essay?
4+ paragraphs
Is the introduction the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd part of an essay?
the 1st
How many body paragraphs should an essay contain?
2+ body paragraphs
Is the conclusion the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd part of an essay?
The 3rd Part
After writing an essay and before turning it in, you should...
Proofread it
Where do you use transition words?
beginning of the paragraphs
What is the first sentence (or two) of an introduction paragraph called?
Hook
What should each body paragraph be centered around?
What is the purpose of the conclusion?
bring the essay to a close.
Name three pronouns that should not be used in an argumentative essay?
I, me, my, you, we, us
How many sentences should a fully developed paragraph have?
At least 5
What is the last sentence of your introduction called?
claim/thesis statement
What is the purpose of a counterclaim or counterargument?
show the other side's point of view
Give three examples of transition words used in a conclusion paragraph
in conclusion, to conclude, finally, lastly, as a result, thus, in the end
What is the purpose of a works cited page?
to give credit to your sources/to list sources
What is the point of writing an argumentative essay?
To persuade the reader how you feel about a certain topic.
What is the purpose of a claim?
Answers the prompt/question
provides a roadmap for the essay
In an essay, what order should the body paragraphs be in?
the way they're listed in the claim sentence.
What comes first in a conclusion?
rephrasing your claim sentence.
What is the difference between an argumentative essay and an expository essay?
An argumentative essay aims to persuade a reader, and an expository essay simply informs the reader.
List at least three things you would look for when properly proofreading or editing your essay.
Examples: grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalization, formatting, topic sentences, focus, clarity, flow, thesis, paragraph development,
Name three methods you can use to write a hook?
facts/stats, quote, description, definition, interesting question
What is the purpose of a premise/topic sentence?
to tell the main idea of the body paragraph
What else can you include in your conclusion?
Ask a strong question
Leave with an interesting quote
Call for action
Loop back to anecdote in intro
End with a warning
Express hopes
Answer the “so what?”
What is the most important feature of a claim?
It must be arguable.