5.3.2 - Body Paragraphs
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What is the purpose of body paragraphs in an essay?
💡 Hint: Think about what each part of an essay contributes to the overall argument.
What should a topic sentence do?
💡 Hint: Remember that it introduces what you will discuss.
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What is a body paragraph primarily used for?
💡 Hint: Consider what parts of an essay provide the main content.
True or False: A topic sentence should introduce the main idea of its paragraph.
💡 Hint: Think about how paragraphs are organized.
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Create a complete body paragraph about the influence of social media on youth mental health, ensuring to include a strong topic sentence, evidence, and insightful analysis.
💡 Hint: Focus on integrating evidence seamlessly with analysis.
Assess the effectiveness of a poorly structured body paragraph and identify at least three ways to improve it.
💡 Hint: Consider how structure impacts clarity and persuasion.
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