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Questions and Answers
Which part of an essay contains the general statements and thesis statement?
Which part of an essay contains the general statements and thesis statement?
- Introduction (correct)
- Conclusion
- Body
- Support
Where in an essay would you find the restatement or summary of the main points?
Where in an essay would you find the restatement or summary of the main points?
- Introduction
- Topic Sentence
- Body
- Conclusion (correct)
What is the equivalent of a paragraph's topic sentence in an essay's body?
What is the equivalent of a paragraph's topic sentence in an essay's body?
- General statement
- Topic sentence (correct)
- Thesis statement
- Support
Study Notes
Essay Structure
- An essay consists of three main parts: Introduction, Body, and Conclusion
- These three parts are similar to the three parts of a paragraph
Introduction
- Begins with general statements
- Followed by a thesis statement
Body
- Divided into multiple paragraphs
- Each paragraph has a topic sentence
- Topic sentence is supported by multiple points (at least 3)
- Each point is followed by supporting evidence
- Concluding sentence summarizes the main point
Conclusion
- Restates the main points
- Ends with a final comment
Paragraph Structure
- Begins with a topic sentence
- Followed by multiple supporting points (at least 3)
- Each point provides evidence or explanation
- Ends with a concluding sentence
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Learn how to organize an essay, from introduction to body, with a clear thesis statement and topic sentences. Plan your essay to write a well-structured and well-developed text.
