Key Concepts in Writing and Analysis

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Thesis

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A statement or theory that is put forward as a premise to be maintained or proved.

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Evidence

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Information or details from a text that support a thesis or argument.

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Controlling Idea

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The main point or underlying direction of a piece of writing.

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Author’s Purpose

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The reason an author decides to write about a specific topic.

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Logical Order

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The sequence of ideas or events that make sense and are easy to follow.

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Introductory Paragraph

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The opening paragraph of an essay, which introduces the topic and presents the thesis.

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Key Ideas

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Main points or concepts that are important to understanding a text.

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Details

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Specific pieces of information that support or elaborate on the main ideas.

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Examples

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Specific instances that illustrate or explain a general factual statement.

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Graphic Features

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Visual elements such as charts, graphs, illustrations, and photos that accompany a text.