First Things First
This is always the first paragraph in an essay.
What is the introduction
The last paragraph is always called this...
What is a concluding paragraph
Schools should require uniforms because it minimizes dress codes violations.
What is a thesis statment
A topic sentence is
The first sentence of the body paragraph that introduces the rest of the paragraph
How many pieces of evidence do you need to have in a paragraph (at minimum)?
What is two
The first sentence in an introductory paragraph is known as a...
What is a hook
You always need to include this in your conclusion paragraph: A- hook, B- restatement of thesis, C- evidence from a text...
What is, B- restatement of thesis
These are the middle paragraphs
What are body paragraphs
Two ways to brainstorm/prewrite
List, bubble map, venn diagram, outline
What are the three components that need to be in a body paragraph?
What is a topic sentence, supporting details, and examples/evidence
The purpose for writing an introduction paragraph
What is to give the reader a brief understanding of what will be discussed in your essay
This is when you briefly mention your opponent's argument in order to make your argument even stronger...
What is a counter argument
the format of a body paragraph 1. ?
2. detail 3. explanation 4. detail 5. explanation 6. closing sentence
What is a topic sentence
The stage of writing where the paper is made clear, stronger, and error free.
Revising and Editing
The best pov when writing essays
What is 3rd person
What sentence introduces what the rest of the essay will discuss?
What is a thesis
Which transition word can be used for your counterargument?
A- It may seem that...,
B- But....,
C- This is because....,
D- Finally....
What is A- It may seem that...
Identify this sentence: Have you ever met someone you really admired?
What is a hook
3 ways to start an essay
question, quote, statement, fact, anecdote(story), definition
Steps of the writing process in order
Prewrite/Brainstorm
Rough Draft
Revising/Editing
Final Draft
An extraordinary man becomes significant due to his extraordinary dreams. Henry Joe is a man who sacrificed his life due to his love for the human race. Henry Joe is a man that deserves to be honored in the form of national holiday every year. 1. Identify the two components in this introduction paragraph. 2. Explain the purpose of each component.
HOOK (grabs reader's attention)- An extraordinary man becomes significant due to his extraordinary dreams.
THESIS- (Tells the reader what to expect from the rest of the essay) Henry Joe is a man that deserves to be honored in the form of national holiday every year.
Schools should ban school uniforms
Make a counterargument in response to the statement above.
Example: It may seem that schools should not ban school uniforms due to the fact that regular school clothing can be expensive, but in the summer and during holidays, there are many sales on apparel that can drastically bring the cost down.
In addition to, furthermore, also
What are these?
Transitions
Give a sample thesis statement on peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.
PERSUASIVE: Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are the best types of sandwich because they are versatile, easy to make, and taste good.
EXPOSITORY: Peanut butter sandwiches are a healthy and fun snack for people of all ages.
4 types of essays
Expository, Persuasive, Narrative, Descriptive