Informative writing

Front

What is a thesis statement?

Back

The statement that is the main idea of an essay.

Front

The first paragraph of an essay is called the... ______________________

Back

Introduction

Front

What is a hook?

Back

A hook grabs the reader's attention.

Front

What 3 elements should a body paragraph include?

Back

Claim, text evidence, and elaboration

Front

Why do we need evidence?

Back

To support, prove, and explain our claim.

Front

What is the last paragraph of an essay called?

Back

Conclusion

Front

The conclusion paragraph restates the _________________

Back

thesis statement (main idea of the essay)

Front

What do you never add to an informative essay?

Back

Opinions

Front

What is the purpose of an informative essay?

Back

To provide information, or explain steps in a process. 

Front

What are the three main parts of an essay?

Back

Introduction, Body, Conclusion