Informational Writing - Middle School

Front

What is a topic sentence?

Back

A sentence that expresses the main idea of the paragraph.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

In which paragraph will you find the hook of an essay?

Back

Introduction paragraph.

Front

What is the purpose of informational writing?

Back

To inform.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What type of writing compares two or more subjects?

Back

Compare/contrast writing.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does a thesis statement tell the reader?

Back

What will be discussed in the body paragraphs.

Front

What is the structure of an essay?

Back

Introduction, body paragraphs, conclusion.

Front

What is a hook in writing?

Back

A statement or question that grabs the reader's attention.

Front

What is the conclusion of an essay?

Back

The final paragraph that summarizes the main points.

Front

What is a body paragraph?

Back

A paragraph that provides support and details for the thesis.

Front

What is the difference between persuasive and informational writing?

Back

Persuasive writing aims to convince, while informational writing aims to inform.