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What is the “body” of an essay?: Difference between revisions
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The body of a paragraph explains the main idea of a topic in the essay. Body paragraphs start after the introduction paragraph and before the conclusion paragraph. The body paragraph is an important element in a essay because it clearly states details and facts that support your argument or topic. | The body of a paragraph explains the main idea of a topic in the essay. Body paragraphs start after the introduction paragraph and before the conclusion paragraph. The body paragraph is an important element in a essay because it clearly states details and facts that support your argument or topic. The body paragraph is usually the longest part of an essay and fully explains the central idea at hand. | ||
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A '''transition idea''' should be connected in some way to the introduction. The idea will transition and move from one point to another to make the point. | A '''transition idea''' should be connected in some way to the introduction. The idea will transition and move from one point to another to make the point. | ||
Transition words to use: Addition, Moreover, Consequently, Because, In the same way | '''Example''' | ||
Transition words to use: Addition, Moreover, Consequently, Because, In the same way. | |||
The '''topic sentence''' should be the sentence that jumpstarts the essay. It should be an effective guiding tool to follow and should help the reader understand the point or claim precisely. The reader should be able to get a full understanding of where the essay is heading from the topic sentence. | The '''topic sentence''' should be the sentence that jumpstarts the essay. It should be an effective guiding tool to follow and should help the reader understand the point or claim precisely. The reader should be able to get a full understanding of where the essay is heading from the topic sentence. | ||
'''Example''' | |||
Topic sentence- There are many probable contributing factors to global warming. | |||
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The '''closing sentence''' should simply conclude what was written and explained in the paragraph. | The '''closing sentence''' should simply conclude what was written and explained in the paragraph. | ||
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In conclusion, this is why humor can help improve a human's quality of life. | |||
Four important traits that are also key to add in a body paragraph | == Four important traits that are also key to add in a body paragraph == | ||