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What is the purpose of the first paragraph in an essay's introduction?
What is the purpose of the first paragraph in an essay's introduction?
- To explain each point in detail
- To provide details and evidence that supports the thesis statement
- To conclude the essay
- To capture the reader's attention and introduce the topic (correct)
What should the last sentence of the introduction paragraph contain?
What should the last sentence of the introduction paragraph contain?
- An interesting quote unrelated to the essay
- A statistical fact related to the topic
- A detailed story to set the scene
- The thesis statement (correct)
What does the body paragraph of an essay primarily aim to do?
What does the body paragraph of an essay primarily aim to do?
- Introduce the topic and capture the reader's attention
- Provide details and evidence supporting the thesis statement (correct)
- Explain what the essay is about
- Conclude the essay
In a thesis statement, what does 'reason one, reason two, and reason three' refer to?
In a thesis statement, what does 'reason one, reason two, and reason three' refer to?
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What is NOT part of the introduction paragraph of an essay?
What is NOT part of the introduction paragraph of an essay?
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What should be included in a body paragraph of an essay if there is more than one point to discuss?
What should be included in a body paragraph of an essay if there is more than one point to discuss?
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What does the first sentence of an introduction paragraph aim to do?
What does the first sentence of an introduction paragraph aim to do?
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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?
What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?
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What should NOT be included in the first paragraph of an essay's introduction?
What should NOT be included in the first paragraph of an essay's introduction?
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In summary, what should be avoided in an introduction paragraph?
In summary, what should be avoided in an introduction paragraph?
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