Identify whether each element of a literary argument belongs in the introduction, body paragraphs, or conclusion.

1. Brief summary of text plot
2. Claim, or thesis
3. Supporting textual evidence
4. Commentary
5. Brief summary of main points

A. Introduction
B. Body
C. Conclusion



Answer :

Final answer:

The introduction should include a thesis statement and a brief summary, body paragraphs support the thesis with claims, evidence, and analysis, and the conclusion restates the thesis and summarizes main points.


Explanation:

Introduction:

  1. Thesis Statement: Typically placed near the end of the introduction, presenting the main argument of the essay.
  2. Brief Summary: Includes the work's genre, title, author, and publication date.

Body Paragraphs:

  1. Topic Sentence: Suggests what the paragraph is about, transitions from previous paragraphs.
  2. Claim: Makes a specific argument derived from the thesis.
  3. Evidence: Supports the claim with textual support.
  4. Analysis: Explains how evidence relates to the argument.

Conclusion:

  1. Restatement: Restates the thesis using different words and an appropriate transition.
  2. Brief Summary: Recap of main points discussed in the body paragraphs.

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