Introduction
Body Paragraphs
Conclusion
Lesson 1A: Concluding Paragraphs
Lesson 1B: Compound Sentences
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FORMATTING: What should you do on the first line of each new paragraph?

Indent!

100

List 3 transitions you could use to show an additional/similar Supporting Detail

Also; Likewise; Furthermore; Moreover: Additionally; Similarly

100

List 3 transitions you could use at the beginning of a Conclusion

In conclusion; To conclude; To sum up; Ultimately; In summary

100

What is the purpose of a Persuasive Essay?

To persuade the reader to agree with your opinion on the topic.

100

Is this a compound sentence? If so, which word makes it a compound sentence?

I call them my best friends because they are always there to help me.

Yes; 'because'

200

How long should your title be, and what should it include?

~ 4-7 words, including an adjective

200

What does EX stand for?

Example OR Explanation

200

What are the 3 sections of a Conclusion?

Restate Thesis; Summary of Main Ideas; Clincher

200

What section of a conclusion is this:

In conclusion, the case for providing students with more vacation days is undeniable. 

Restate Thesis

200

Is this a compound sentence? If so, which word makes it a compound sentence?

Last year, my friends wanted to make each other laugh, so they drew funny pictures of each other.

Yes; 'so'

300

What are the 3 parts of an Introduction?

Hook, Background Information, Thesis

300

List 3 transitions I could use to introduce an example

For example; For instance; To illustrate; To demonstrate; Such as; In this case

300

What should your Summary of Main Ideas include?

2-3 sentences remining the reader of your Main Ideas, and how they help to support your overall all argument.

300

What type of clincher is this:

As we think about the future of renewable energy, can we afford to ignore the potential of solar power to revolutionize our energy systems to fight climate change?

Question

300

Fill in the blank:

Some students study English _________ they want to study in America or Canada.

Some students study English because they want to study in America or Canada.

400

What does your Thesis need to include in a Persuasive Essay?

Your opinion on the question, and your 3 main reasons why

400

How many Supporting Details does each Body Paragraph need? What is the purpose of Supporting Details.

Two Supporting Details.

The purpose is to explain how your Main Idea supports our Thesis. 

For example, if my Thesis was "Dog are better than cats," my first Main Idea might be "because they have more energy." A Supporting Detail to prove this could be that "dogs need to be walked at least once everyday, which is beneficial for their health and the health of their owners."

400

What are the 3 things you could use as a Clincher?

Opinion, Prediction, Question

400

What type of clincher is this:

Looking ahead, I predict that advancements in artificial intelligence will transform the way we live and work.

Prediction

400

Shorten this phrase:

Some people like reading novels before bedtime because they want to feel less stressed.

Some people like reading novels before bedtime to feel less stressed.

500

If I were an alien trying to read your essay, which part of your Introduction would help me understand the essay topic/key words?

Background Information!

500

Sequence Transition + Restate Thesis + Main Idea = ?

Topic Sentence! The first sentence of each Body Paragraph

500

What are some easy ways to restate your Thesis differently in your Conclusion?

Use synonyms or change the sentence structure

500

What section of a conclusion is this:

With more vacation days, students will perform better in school and at home. These additional breaks will provide them with the opportunity to recharge, pursue personal interests, and engage in learning outside of the classroom.

Summary of Main Ideas

500

Fill in the blank:

__________ people read novels is to study English. __________ is that they like the interesting characters in the novels.

One reason people read novels is to study English. Another reason is that they like the interesting characters in novels.