Informational Essay

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What is the purpose of an informational or expository essay?

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To inform or explain something to the reader

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How many paragraphs will your essay contain?

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5

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True or false: An informational essay requires a thesis.

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True

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Purpose of 3 body paragraphs in an informational/expository essay?

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Explaining 3 main ideas

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In this essay, should I use the phrases "I believe" or "I think"?

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False

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What is the appropriate way to cite an article title?

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According to "Do Animals Lose in Zoos," ....

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What is the BEST way to include information from the passages?

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Paraphrase the ideas by putting them in your own words.