Production of Writing

Transition

A word or phrase that shows how two ideas connect (add, contrast, cause-effect, example, time).

Relevance

Whether a sentence or detail connects to the main point of the paragraph.

Topic sentence

The sentence (usually first) that tells what a paragraph is mostly about.

Main idea

The most important point of a paragraph or essay.

Cohesion

How well the sentences in a piece of writing connect and flow together.

Purpose (of a sentence)

The job a sentence does: give an example, define a term, describe, explain, or conclude.

Introduction

The opening of a paragraph or essay. It previews the main idea.

Conclusion

The ending of a paragraph or essay. It ties back to the main idea.