EBW Writing Terms

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What is the ideal length of a text summary in the introductory paragraph?

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2-3 sentences.

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How should titles of novels be formatted?

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Titles of novels should be italicized or underlined.

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What should a piece of evidence include?

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A direct quote from the text, quotation marks, and the author's last name and page number.

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Where does the premise go in a paragraph?

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The first sentence of your body paragraph.

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What does EBW stand for?

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Evidence-Based Writing.

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What is the purpose of an introductory paragraph?

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To introduce the main topic and provide a summary of the text.

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What is a thesis statement?

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

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What is the role of a conclusion in writing?

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To summarize the main points and provide a final perspective on the topic.

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What is a topic sentence?

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The first sentence of a paragraph that states the main idea.

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What is the importance of using evidence in writing?

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To support claims and make arguments more convincing.