College Writing: Traditional and Multimodal

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence introduces the main idea of a paragraph.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement introduces the main idea of an entire essay or paper.

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What is the role of transitions in writing?

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Transitions connect ideas and paragraphs in a piece of writing.

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Why are citations important in academic writing?

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Citations are used to acknowledge the sources of information and to support and strengthen arguments.

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What are the key components of an introduction paragraph?

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An introduction paragraph should include a hook, background information, and a thesis statement.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

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The purpose of a thesis statement is to clearly state the main point or argument of the essay and guide the reader in understanding the essay's focus.

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What is the difference between a topic sentence and a thesis statement?

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A topic sentence introduces the main idea of a paragraph, while a thesis statement introduces the main idea of an entire essay.

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What is a hook in writing?

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A hook is an engaging opening sentence or question that captures the reader's attention.

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What is background information in an essay?

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Background information provides context and helps the reader understand the topic being discussed.

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What is the function of body paragraphs in an essay?

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Body paragraphs develop the main ideas and arguments presented in the thesis statement.