1. Each paragraph of your body should begin with a statement that connects to your:

examples.

quotation.

concrete details.

main idea.


2. What are TWO elements of informational writing that you will want to use for elaboration? Select TWO answers.

topics

introductions

conclusions

facts

quotations

3. In an informational text, there are elements that show specific characteristics or sensory descriptions that allow the audience to visualize and establish connections between ideas. What are these elements called?

body paragraphs

concrete details

quotations

cited sources


4.Jazzine is writing an informational essay on lemurs. She is working on her body paragraphs by following her outline. She has many facts and concrete details already written, but she wants to give more to her audience. What else could she add to her body paragraphs?

citing sources

relevant quotations

key components

initial ideas


5.What should you do before you begin writing the body paragraphs of your piece?

provide facts, quotes, and examples

choose an organizational strategy

cite your sources

come up with a conclusion