Thesis Statement
True or False: You write the thesis statement in the last sentence in the conclusion paragraph.
False you write it in the last sentence of the introduction paragraph.
What is a hook?
A statement that catches the readers attention.
How many body paragraphs are there in an essay?
three
What is the purpose of a conclusion?
To summarize or wrap up the essay.
Uses the word "inform", "explain", and/or "discuss" in the prompt.
Informative
Use this transition word in a sentence.
After
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What is the main purpose of a thesis?
A. To show the overall purpose and subject of the essay.
Where do you find a hook?
The first sentence in an introduction.
True or false:
Each body paragraph should have one main idea?
True
How many sentences should a conclusion be?
3-5 sentences
Uses the words "argue", "position", and/or "convince" in the prompt.
Argumentative
Find the transition word.
I make my own cleaning supplies because they are better for the environment. Furthermore, they are cheaper.
furthermore
Which type of thesis statement would be used for an essay that tells about your experience on a missions trip?
Descriptive/Narrative
What is one way you can write a hook?
Question, descriptive, onomatopoeia, interesting fact, quotations
What are the five things a body paragraph needs?
introduction, three key details, conclusion
Choose the best conclusion sentence:
A. In conclusion, Dunkin Donuts is better because of their prices and wide range of choices.
B. To summarize, Dunkin Donuts has more to offer.
A.
What is the purpose of an informative essay?
To educate the reader's audience on a certain topic.
Fill in the transition words
_______________ Nicki Minaj and Justin Beiber are famous singers. _______________ they are different because one is female and the other is male.
both, but
one sentence
Can topic paragraphs include hooks also?
Sometimes, it is best to used transitions.
The body paragraphs should be supported by what?
textual evidence
What is one transition word you can use in the conclusion?
to summarize, to sum up, in conclusion, etc.
What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?
Debates or argues a particular point of claim made within the topic.
Use the transition word in a sentence.
For example
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Write a thesis statement with three reasons for:
My parents and I are very different.
.
Write a hook for this:
The scariest moment in your life.
.
Write a sample body paragraph about why state testing is stressful.
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Write a conclusion sentence for an essay about why dogs are better than cats.
.
When writing an argumentative essay, should you include the claim of what is being argued?
Yes, to ensure you are pointing out reasons why your viewpoint is better.
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