Essay Writing

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in an essay?

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The conclusion restates the claim from your thesis statement and summarizes the main points.

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How many PEEL paragraphs should an essay have?

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It depends on how many supports are in the thesis.

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What is a 'hook' in essay writing?

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A hook is an engaging opening statement that grabs the reader's attention.

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True or False: A PEEL paragraph should only be four sentences long.

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False. A PEEL paragraph can be longer than four sentences.

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What is the most important sentence in your conclusion?

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The thesis restatement.

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What does PEEL stand for in essay writing?

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Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What is the role of evidence in a PEEL paragraph?

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Evidence supports the point being made and provides proof for the argument.

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What should you include in the introduction of an essay?

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

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What is the function of the 'link' in a PEEL paragraph?

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The link connects the paragraph back to the main argument or thesis.