5 Paragraph Essay
How many body paragraphs are in a 5 paragraph essay
3
main idea of an essay
thesis
What is the list of sources at the end of your essay called?
Work Cited
True or False?
Your reasons or claims do not have to be supported with evidence.
False
This is an interesting sentence to get your reader interested in reading your essay
Hook/Attention Getter
Write a thesis statement about uniforms. Make sure to include every part.
Answers vary
What is it called when you cite your source inside the paragraph?
In-text citation
What is the other side (not your opinion) of an argument called?
Counterclaim/Opposing Viewpoint
What kind of word or phrase connects your paragraphs together?
transition word/phrase
Fill in the blank:
Topic + ___________ + supporting details = thesis statement
claim
What is the name of the format we use for English essays?
(Hint: Other types are used in college, but this one is the most used in middle and high school.)
MLA format
What is a rebuttal?
When you turn back to your original position after talking about the other position
What is the purpose of a conclusion paragraph?
Various answers will be considered.
Reminding the reader your main points
Write a thesis statement about starting school later.
Make sure to include all the parts.
Answers vary
What is this type of citation called?
Horses are fun to ride (Katherine Blockdorf).
Must spell it right!
Parenthetical citation
What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?
Various answers will be accepted.
to persuade the reader to accept or seriously consider your opinion
What are the 3 parts of a conclusion paragraph?
Have to get all 3 for the full points!
Restate Thesis
Summarize key points
Clincher/Wrap up sentence
Label the 3 parts to this thesis statement:
"Uniforms are good for students to wear because it cuts down on the bullying, helps them get ready faster, and helps build a community in their school."
Have to get all parts right to get full points!
Topic: Uniforms
Claim: they're good for students
Supporting Details: cuts down on bullying, get ready faster, build community
Which citation is correct for a page on a website?
A. Felluga, Dino. Guide to Literary and Critical Theory. Purdue U, 28 Nov. 2003, Accessed 10 May 2006. www.cla.purdue.edu/english/theory/.
B. Felluga, Dino. Guide to Literary and Critical Theory. Purdue U, 28 Nov. 2003, www.cla.purdue.edu/english/theory/. Accessed 10 May 2006.
C. Felluga, Dino. Guide to Literary and Critical Theory. Purdue U, 28 Nov. 2003, www.cla.purdue.edu/english/theory/. Accessed 5/10/06.
B
What are the 5 parts of an argumentative essay?
I'll give partial credit.
Thesis, Claims, Evidence, Counterclaim, Rebuttal