Sentence Parts
Where should a capital letter always be placed?
Beginning of a sentence, names, places
What signifies the start of a paragraph?
Indention
What is the first paragraph of an essay called?
Introduction Paragraph
How many paragraphs should be in a complete essay?
5
How do you make an indention on a computer?
Tab
Where do the commas go in this sentence?
The big tall man is walking.
The big, tall man is walking.
How many sentences should be in a paragraph?
3-5
What is the last paragraph of an essay called?
Conclusion Paragraph
What is the purpose of an introduction paragraph?
To grab the reader's attention, preview the main points, and state what the essay will be about
In the top center
What is an adverb?
-ly words
Describes a verb or adjective
What is the first sentence of a body paragraph called?
Introduction or Topic Sentence
What is a thesis?
A sentence that states what your essay will be talking about.
What is the purpose of the conclusion paragraph?
To review the main points talked about in the essay and to wrap up the essay
What font and size should the words be?
Times New Roman 12 Pt. Font
What two 'parts of speech' or 'sentence parts' that we learned last week are necessary in every sentence for it to be complete?
Noun and Verb
What is the last sentence of a body paragraph called?
Conclusion Sentence
What is a hook sentence?
The first sentence of an essay, grabs the reader's attention
What are the purpose of the body paragraphs?
To discuss the core information of the essay, to further explain each point
What are some examples of words you can add into your writing to make it flow better?
Also, firstly, secondly, thirdly, next, lastly, furthermore, in continuation, sometimes, always
Using the sentence making formula, give an example sentence including all the parts. Hint: use the green posters as examples.
Article- Adjective- Noun- Verb- Adverb- Prepositional Phrase
What are the details in-between the topic and conclusion sentence that support the main idea of the paragraph called?
Supporting Details
What needs to be included in BOTH the introduction paragraph and the conclusion?
Stating the three points covered in the body paragraphs of the essay
What should each separate paragraph represent?
A new idea
What does a transition sentence do?
It connects one paragraph to the next