Review 2 ECR and elements of drama

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What is indirect characterization?

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The process by which the personality of a fictitious character is revealed through the character's speech, actions, appearance, etc.

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What is a strong thesis statement?

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A strong thesis statement clearly expresses the main argument or claim of an essay, such as 'Junk food should not be served in school cafeterias.'

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What follows a thesis statement in an essay?

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Paragraphs with evidence to support the thesis.

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Where should the thesis statement be placed in an essay?

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In the introduction.

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Where should you restate the thesis in an essay?

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In the conclusion paragraph.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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To provide a clear and specific argument that guides the direction of the essay.

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What is direct characterization?

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The process by which the narrator explicitly describes the personality of a character.

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What is the role of evidence in an essay?

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To support the thesis and strengthen the argument.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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What is the significance of the introduction in an essay?

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It sets the stage for the argument and presents the thesis statement.