Q1W1 Flashcards
coherence
an organized way in which ideas are put together
introduction
beginning part to a piece of writing; “top bun” to an essay
brainstorm
gathering ideas by thinking freely and openly
body
sentences or paragraphs between the beginning and ending that develop main ideas and contain details, evidence, and support
essay
a piece of factual writing in which ideas are presented in an interesting way
anecdote
a brief story that makes a point
evidence
something that offers proof
supporting details
details used in writing to explain, probe, or describe a topic
transitions
words or phrases that connect or tie words together
thesis statement
a provable and declarative statement that gives the main ideas of claim of an essay