Writing a 5-Paragraph Essay

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What is a 5-paragraph essay?

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A structured form of writing that includes an introduction, three body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

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How many body paragraphs are in a 5-paragraph essay?

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3 body paragraphs.

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Where is the thesis statement located in a 5-paragraph essay?

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The last sentence of the introduction paragraph.

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What is the purpose of the introduction paragraph?

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To introduce the topic and present the thesis statement.

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What should each body paragraph contain?

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A main idea, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.

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What is the role of the conclusion paragraph?

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To summarize the main points and restate the thesis in a new way.

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What is pre-writing?

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The process of brainstorming and organizing ideas before writing.

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What is a topic sentence?

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The first sentence of a body paragraph that states the main idea.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Evidence or examples that support the main idea of a paragraph.

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What is a rough draft?

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A preliminary version of a piece of writing that is not yet polished.