Structure of Informative Writing

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What is the term for staying on topic throughout your essay?

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Focus

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What are the three elements included in an introduction?

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Hook, Background information, and Thesis Statement

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How should you cite information in your body paragraphs?

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Modern day schools have technology. According to source 3 paragraph 2 modern day schools have tablets and chromebooks.

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What is the purpose of informative writing?

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To inform the reader about a topic.

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Why is it important to cite information directly from the source in body paragraphs?

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To make your body paragraph stronger.

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What is a 'Hook' in an informative essay?

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

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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 does 'Background Information' provide in an introduction?

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Background Information gives context and helps the reader understand the topic.

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What is the role of supporting details in an informative essay?

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Supporting details provide evidence and examples to back up the main points.

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What is the difference between informative writing and persuasive writing?

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Informative writing aims to inform, while persuasive writing aims to convince the reader.