click below
click below
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Elements of an Essay
Term | Definition |
---|---|
Elements of an Introduction | Grabber, TAG, Thesis |
Elements of Body Paragraph One | Topic Sentence, Two Examples, Closing Sentence |
Elements of Body Paragraphs Two & Three | Transitional Phrase, Two Examples, Closing Sentence |
Elements of Conclusion | Transitional Phrase, Restate Central Points, Restate Thesis, General Comment |
Thesis Statement | The main idea or opinion that the rest of the essay will support and discuss. |
Transitional Phrases | Adds fluency when adding, comparing, contrasting, or concluding ideas. |
Phrases to Add Information | Also, In addition, Moreover, Furthermore |
Phrases to Make Comparisons | Similarly, In the same way |
Phrases to Make Contrasts | On the other hand, However, On the contrary, Conversely, Nevertheless |
Words Used in Transition to Conclusion | Therefore, That is, Finally, Consequently, Hence |