Explanatory Elements

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What are the three paragraphs in the middle of an essay called?

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The Body.

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What button would you press to INDENT when typing an essay on the computer?

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TAB

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What are specific examples, details, and facts in an essay called?

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Evidence.

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What do you click on the computer to place the cursor in the middle of the page to type the TITLE of your essay?

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Center Justify (align).

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What is the purpose of an informational/explanatory essay?

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To inform the reader on a topic in a clear way.

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What is the first paragraph of an essay called?

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The Introduction.

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What is the last paragraph of an essay called?

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The Conclusion.

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What is a key element that supports the main idea in an essay?

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Supporting Details.

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What is the term for the main idea or argument presented in an essay?

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Thesis Statement.

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What is the process of organizing ideas before writing an essay called?

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Outlining.