Essay Writing Flashcard

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Purpose of a hook in an intro paragraph?

Back

Grabs the reader's attention and sets the tone.

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Best hook: Imagine a world where the government decides what you can eat, listen to, and wear. The question of government control over personal choices is crucial.

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Imagine a world where the government decides what you can eat for breakfast, what music you can listen to, and even what color socks you can wear. It might sound far-fetched, but the question of how much control the government should have over our personal choices is more important than ever.

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Bridge in an intro paragraph?

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A smooth transition from the hook to the main idea.

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Main function of a thesis statement in an intro paragraph?

Back

Presents the main point of the essay and serves as a roadmap for the reader.

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NOT a step in writing a counterargument paragraph:

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Introducing new arguments unrelated to the thesis

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Conclusion paragraph purpose:

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Restate thesis, summarize main points, and provide final thought.

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In an argumentative essay, what may be included as a final thought in the conclusion?

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A call to action.

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Example of a call to action in an argumentative essay's conclusion?

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Encouraging the audience to take a specific action like making a purchase or signing a petition.