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 reader's 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
Example: After we went to the police station, we walked over to the fire department.
What is the main purpose of a thesis?
A. To cover all topics 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
Write a thesis statement with two reasons for:
Summer vacation is beneficial.
Various answers: examples
Summer vacation is good for you because you can get more exercise and breathe air outside.
Summer vacation is beneficial because it allows students to relax from the stress of school and play with their friends.
What is one way you can write a hook?
One of these: 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
True or False: A thesis can be a compound sentence?
True
Can body paragraphs include hooks also?
Sometimes, but 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
Example: For example, when I ride my bike I always wear a helmut.
Write a thesis statement with three reasons for:
My parents and I are very different.
Various answers: examples
My parents and I are different in our views on life, our friends, and what we do for fun.
My parents are different from me because they are older, have more experience, and have more opportunities.
Write a hook for this:
The scariest moment in your life.
Some examples:
Have you ever been in a tornado?
When I was just a child, my house blew away.
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.
Various answers. Example:
Therefore, you can see from my examples, that cats are clearly inferior to dogs.
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.
Find the transitions: Speaking two languages has many benefits. For example, students who know two languages will eventually outperform students who only know one language. Another reason is that students who are bilingual have greater self-esteem, creativity, and problem-solving skills. In addition, being bilingual is a great resume booster.
for example, another reason, in addition