Multi-paragraph Essay Pre-test 1st period

Match the Word to the correct Definition. Thesis A sentence with a subject and opinion. Prewriting The process of thinking of your CD's before you organize your essay into paragraphs. Concrete Detail Facts, support, examples, quotations, etc. Commentary Your opinion about something. Topic Sentence The 1st sentence in the body paragraph. Shaping the Essay A topic and sentence outline of your thesis, topic sentences, CD's, and CM's. Conclusion The last paragraph of an essay, which is all commentary. Peer Response Written responses and reactions to a partner's paper. Ratio One part concrete detail (CD) to 2+ parts commentary (CM). Word Counts The minimum length per paragraph to earn a "C."