TDA's: How to Craft an Advanced INTRODUCTION paragraph~ TDA

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What is the name of the FIRST paragraph you will write when you respond to a TDA?

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INTRODUCTION paragraph

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How many paragraphs should you write when crafting a TDA?

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4 or 5

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In which paragraph should you introduce your THESIS statement?

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INTRODUCTION

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Which of the following should NEVER be included in the INTRODUCTION paragraph?

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quotes from the text (cited evidence)

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As you BEGIN to write your INTRODUCTION paragraph, what should you do to stay focused on the question?

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RESTATE the question

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What is the purpose of the INTRODUCTION paragraph in a TDA?

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To introduce the topic and present the thesis statement.

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What does TDA stand for?

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Text-Dependent Analysis

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What is a THESIS statement?

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A statement that presents the main argument or claim of the essay.

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What does the 'R' in R.A.C.E.S. stand for?

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RESTATE the question.

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What is the role of BODY paragraphs in a TDA?

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To provide evidence and analysis that supports the thesis.