Informational Essay Extra Credit

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What is a thesis?

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A sentence that states what the essay is going to be about.

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Should you copy word by word from a book or any other source when writing an informational essay?

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False. You can get in big trouble.

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True or False: The thesis statement should express a main idea that links to supporting points.

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True

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What type of text structure shows how two or more things are alike and different?

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Compare/Contrast.

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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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What is an expository essay?

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An essay that explains, informs, or describes a topic.

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What is a hook in an essay?

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A compelling opening statement that grabs the reader's attention.

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What are supporting points in an essay?

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Arguments or evidence that back up the thesis statement.

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What is plagiarism?

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Using someone else's work or ideas without giving proper credit.

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What is the importance of a conclusion in an essay?

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It summarizes the main points and reinforces the thesis.