Parts of an Essay

Front

What should your body paragraphs contain first?

Back

A topic sentence.

Front

What is a topic sentence?

Back

A sentence that states what the body paragraph is about and supports the claim.

Front

What does a typical introduction include (in order)?

Back

Hook, background information, thesis.

Front

What is the last paragraph of an essay called?

Back

Conclusion.

Front

What does each body paragraph need?

Back

A topic sentence.

Front

What is the purpose of a hook in an essay?

Back

To grab the reader's attention.

Front

What is background information in an essay?

Back

Context that helps the reader understand the topic.

Front

What is a thesis statement?

Back

A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of the essay.

Front

What is the role of a conclusion in an essay?

Back

To summarize the main points and restate the thesis.

Front

What is a transition sentence?

Back

A sentence that connects one idea to another in an essay.