Transition Words
What transition words could we use in reason number one?
First, to begin with, to start, first of all, one reason is, etc.
What do we need at the beginning and end of a statement?
How many sentences are in a paragraph?
3-5 sentences
What transition words can be used in for reason number two?
Secondly, next, in addition, another reason, also, etc
What is a statement?
A sentence!
what do you need when you use direct evidence from the text?
quotation marks
What transition words can be used for reason number three?
third, finally, lastly, most importantly, one last reason is.
What is a concluding statement?
The sentence at the end of the paragraph.
what is an opinion also called?
Point of view, position
What transition words can we use for our concluding statement?
In conclusion, All in all, As you can, overall, clearly, at the end of the day.
What is a thesis statement?
The first or last sentence of the first paragraph stating your opinion.
What is an introduction?
What transition words can we use for our thesis statement?
In my opinion, I believe, I feel, I think,
What is position?
Opinion/point of view
What three components do we need in our opinion essay.
Introduction, Body, Conclusion