Vocabulary #3 Flashcards
1
Q
Hook/grabber
A
A quote or question that gets the readers attention.
2
Q
Thesis
A
The main point of your essay.
3
Q
Transition words or phrases
A
Words or phrases to help guide your essay in order.
4
Q
Topic sentences
A
Clear sentences that concentrate on the topic of your essay.
5
Q
Concrete details
A
Factual evidence found in the text.
6
Q
Commentary/explanation
A
Explanation of how the concrete detail you have chosen proves that your thesis is correct.
7
Q
Thesis tie in
A
Last sentence of your body paragraphs. It should tie up your ideas back into original topic in your thesis.
