Basics
How many paragraphs must be in an argumentative essay?
five paragraphs
Is the introduction the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd part of an essay?
the 1st
How many body paragraphs should an essay contain?
three body paragraphs
Is the conclusion the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd part of an essay?
The 3rd Part
After writing an essay and before turning it in, you should...
Proofread it
What is the first sentence of an introduction paragraph called?
Hook
What should each body paragraph be centered around?
Its premise/topic sentence
What is the purpose of the conclusion?
restate the thesis statement and sums up the main points
Name three pronouns that should not be used in an argumentative essay?
I, me, my, you, we, us
How many sentences should a fully developed paragraph have?
At least four
What is the last sentence of your introduction called?
claim/thesis statement
What is the purpose of a counterclaim or counterargument?
show the other side's point of view
Give three examples of transition words used in a conclusion paragraph
in conclusion, to conclude, finally, lastly, as a result, thus, in the end
What is the purpose of a works cited page?
to give credit to your sources/to list sources
What is the purpose of a claim?
tells the reader what the essay is about and why
In an expository/informative essay, what order should the body paragraphs be in?
the way they're listed in the thesis statement.
What comes first in a conclusion?
revised claim/thesis statement
What is the difference between an argumentative essay and an expository essay?
An argumentative essay aims to persuade a reader, and an expository essay simply informs the reader.
List at least three things you would look for when properly proofreading or editing your essay.
Examples: grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalization, formatting, topic sentences, focus, clarity, flow, thesis, paragraph development,
Name three methods you can use to write a hook?
facts/stats, quote, description, simile/metaphor, interesting question
What is the purpose of a premise/topic sentence?
to tell the main idea of the body paragraph
Besides restating the thesis, what else can you include in the conclusion?
Summary of evidence, summary of topic sentences, mic drop (concluding thought)
What is the most important feature of a claim?
It must be arguable.