Informative Writing

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What does the conclusion paragraph restate?

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The thesis statement.

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Why do we need evidence in writing?

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To support, prove, and explain our claim.

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What is the purpose of an informative essay?

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To provide information, or explain steps in a process.

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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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What is a paraphrase?

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A restatement of the information in a text.

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What is an informative writing?

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A type of writing that aims to inform or explain a topic.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What are supporting details?

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Facts, examples, or explanations that support the main idea.

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What is the structure of an informative essay?

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Introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion.

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What is the role of the introduction in an essay?

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To introduce the topic and present the thesis statement.