Vocabulary III Flashcards
1
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Hook/Grabber
A
Interesting quote or question that gets the readers attention.
2
Q
Thesis
A
The main point of your essay.
LAST SENTENCE OF YOUR INTRO PARAGRAPH
3
Q
Transition word/ phrases
A
Gives flow to a paragraph.
To begin with…
Furthermore…
4
Q
Topic Sentence
A
Clear, focused sentences that concentrate on the single topic of that particular paragraph.
Body 1
Body 2
Body 3
Conclusion
5
Q
Concrete details
A
Found in text.
- Factual evidence
- Quote
6
Q
Commentary/ Explanation
A
HOW the concrete detail you have chosen PROVES that your topic sentence/thesis statement is true.
“One time when…”
“For example…”
7
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Thesis Tie-In
A
Last sentence of your body paragraphs. This is your ideas back in to the original topic/position in your thesis.
