Parts of a Paragraph, Transitions, Parts of an Essay

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What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

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The topic sentence introduces the main idea of the paragraph.

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What are supporting details in a paragraph?

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Supporting details provide evidence or examples that explain or support the main idea.

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What is a concluding sentence?

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A concluding sentence summarizes the main idea of the paragraph and provides closure.

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What is the structure of an essay?

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An essay typically consists of an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

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Where does the thesis statement usually appear in an essay?

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The thesis statement usually appears at the end of the introduction.

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What is the role of transitions in writing?

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Transitions help to connect ideas and guide the reader through the text.

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What is an introduction paragraph?

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The introduction paragraph introduces the topic and presents the thesis statement.

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What is a body paragraph?

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A body paragraph develops the main idea of the essay with supporting details.

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What is a concluding paragraph?

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The concluding paragraph summarizes the main points and restates the thesis in a new way.

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What is an example of a transition word?

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Examples of transition words include 'however', 'furthermore', and 'in addition'.