Parts of the Essay
The first paragraph is called...
introduction
The first thing you do in a conclusion paragraph is what?
Restate the articles main point
Choose the academic word: very quite much
quite
A thesis statement is...
a sentence that describes what your essay will be about
some transition words
therefore, next, furthermore, etc.
The last paragraph in any essay is called the...
conclusion
The second part of the conclusion does what?
Restates your thesis in different words.
What is a topic sentence?
specific main points the writer is going to make in that paragraph
The middle paragraphs are called...
body paragraphs
The last sentence in a thesis can do what?
Give your reading something to think about
What types of paragraphs are in an essay?
introduction, body paragraphs, conclusion
I should always include these words which help the essay flow smoothly.
transition word or phrase
How many paragraphs is the conclusion?
One
Choose the academic word: claims says tells
claims
What are the facts or examples called that prove your claim in a body paragraph?
supporting details, evidence, facts, quotes