Informational Essay Outline

Front

What is a hook?

Back

An opening sentence that captures the reader's attention.

Front

What do you highlight or underline in the texts?

Back

Answers to the prompt questions.

Front

What are the components of Body Paragraphs?

Back

Topic Sentence, Evidence, Analysis, Transition Sentence.

Front

Where does the evidence in your essay come from?

Back

Your notes chart and articles.

Front

Where do you find the evidence for your notes chart?

Back

In the articles.

Front

What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

Back

To present the main argument or claim of the essay.

Front

What is a conclusion in an essay?

Back

The final paragraph that summarizes the main points and restates the thesis.

Front

What is the role of a transition sentence?

Back

To connect ideas between paragraphs and maintain flow.

Front

What is an outline?

Back

A structured plan that organizes the main points and supporting details of an essay.

Front

What is the significance of evidence in an essay?

Back

To support claims and provide credibility to the argument.