Parts of an Essay
The very first sentence of an introduction that grabs readers' attention
The hook
The very last sentence of a body paragraph wrapping up the main idea of that paragraph
Concluding sentence
What font in what size is used in MLA?
Times New Roman 12pt.
Once you mention the significance of your topic in your thesis, you do not need to bring it up again in future paragraphs.
False
The very last sentence of an introduction paragraph that briefly conveys the essay's main idea or claim
The thesis
What does "G" stand for in the acronym TAG?
Analysis
MLA has a four-part header. What element is missing from this list?
Your name, the class name, and the date.
The professor's name.
True or false: the title of your essay should be bolded
False
Linking words OR phrases that help move readers from one idea to the next
Transitions
The very first sentence in a body paragraph, detailing the main idea of that section
Topic Sentence
What kind of spacing is used in MLA: single-spaced, 1.5, double-spaced, or 2.5?
Thesis: When going on a hike it is important to research the area, stretch/hydrate, and bring proper materials; this ensures the hike is sustainable and fun throughout.
True or false: based on this thesis, the second paragraph should be about bringing proper materials.
False: stretching/hydrating
The name of the page at the end of the essay if the author included research
Works Cited
Where do evidence/examples normally go in a well-structured paragraph: the first sentence, right after the first sentence, or at the very end?
Right after the topic sentence
What size margins are used in MLA formatting: .5 inch, 1 inch, 1.5 inch, or 2 inch?
1 inch margins
True or false: if you were inspired by something you saw online and then incorporated some of that idea into your essay, but DID NOT use a quote, you don't need to cite that person/website
False: using any of someone else's intellectual property without proper citation/credit is plagiarism