Guide to Writing Essays
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A set of flashcards covering key terms and concepts related to essay writing and analysis based on lecture notes.
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Thesis Statement
A narrow claim about a text that is analytical or argumentative and can be supported with evidence.
TEAT Structure
A method for organizing body paragraphs with a Topic sentence, Evidence, Analysis, and tying back to the thesis.
MLA Format
A style of writing that includes in-text citations, works cited pages, and proper formatting for titles.
Homophone Errors
Mistakes that occur when two or more words sound the same but have different meanings and spellings.
Evidence
The factual information or proofs used to support a thesis statement in an essay.
Connotative Meaning
The implied or suggested meaning of a word beyond its literal definition.
Colloquialisms
Informal words or phrases that may make writing vague and less formal.
Vague Word Choice
Using ambiguous or unclear language that fails to convey precise meaning.
Critical Thinking
The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment.
Formal Writing
Academic writing that adheres to rules of grammar, punctuation, and structure appropriate for scholarly communication.
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