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- 1. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the purpose of an expository writing piece?To inform/explainTo persuadeTo express ideas/feelingsTo entertain
- 2. Multiple ChoiceAn expository essay needs to have an objective tone. This means...No facts, just opinionsMostly facts, some opinionsOnly the facts, no opinionsSome facts, some opinions
- 3. Multiple ChoiceAn expository essay needs to avoid these pronouns...All pronouns3rd person pronouns1st and 2nd person pronouns1st person pronouns
- 4. Multiple ChoiceAn expository essay should only contain __________ language.InformalSlangVocabularyFormal
- 5. Multiple ChoiceTrue or false: An expository essay can use contractions.TrueFalse
- 6. Multiple ChoiceIf you are including the number 5 in your writing, what is the correct way to write it?5Five5.0Five (5)
- 7. Multiple ChoiceTrue or false: A website is biased if it shows multiple points of view.TrueFalse
- 8. Multiple ChoiceTrue or false: When researching, you should type an entire research question into Google and use the first website that comes up.TrueFalse
- 9. Multiple ChoiceWhen writing your essay, you don't have room or time to:Repeat yourselfWrite a hookWrite a draft on scratch paperWrite in the third person
- 10. Multiple ChoiceNever, never, never, never, never:Shift focus from your thesisRestate your thesis in the conclusionWrite in the first personWrite about others' experiences
- 11. Multiple ChoiceAn expository essay is responsible for doing what?ConvincingPersuadingNarratingExplaining
- 12. Multiple ChoiceThe thinking or logic used to make a claim in an argument.The pressReasoningRefutationEvidence
- 13. Multiple ChoiceThe specific facts, examples, and other details used to support the reasoning.ConcessionEvidenceProhibitingReasoning
- 14. Multiple Choice
During 1986, more than 600,000 immigrants entered the United States from at least twenty countries.
fact
reason
example or incident
statistic
- 15. Multiple Choice
The number of daycare facilities has increased largely because so many women with young children have entered the work force.
fact
reason
example or incident
statistic
- 16. Multiple Choice
A hurricane is a storm characterized by high winds that cause much damage.
fact
reason
example or incident
statistic
- 17. Multiple Choice
The basic elements of an expository essay are
people, events, and a setting.
an overall impression and supporting sensory details.
an introduction, a body, and a conclusion.
- 18. Multiple Choice
How many paragraphs should an expository essay have?
1
2-3
3-4
4-5
- 19. Multiple ChoiceWhat is a thesis statement?A sentence that gives your opinion about your topicA sentence that comes at the beginning of your essayA sentence that explains your topic/central ideaA sentence that uses a lot of vocabulary words
- 20. Multiple ChoiceTrue or False: The thesis statement belongs in your body paragraphs.TrueFalse
- 21. Multiple ChoiceWhich prompt BEST fits the following thesis?
"When we pick ourselves up from a bad experience, we are able to grow as people."WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to learn from our experiences.WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to be passionate about something.WRITE an essay explaining the importance of never giving up.WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to have goals. - 22. Multiple ChoiceThe thesis statement should answer the question and give 2-3 __________.SentencesWordsReasons
- 23. Multiple Choice
A synonym for thesis is...
transitions
topic sentence
claim
concluding idea
- 24. Multiple ChoiceA thesis statement can be made more specific by listing subpoints. These help give your reader a clear idea of what will follow in your essay.
Which of these makes a clear thesis statement?A. The reason why I came to the United States is to study.B. The reasons why I came to the United States to study were to educate myself and then return to Malaysia to apply my education.C. There were many reasons why I came to the United States to study. - 25. Multiple ChoiceA strong thesis is specific and gives the reader an idea of the type of information that will follow.Which revision to the thesis below is strongest?Technology has helped society.Technology has helped society a lot.Technology can be both helpful and harmful.Technology has improved daily life by making it easier to communicate, access information and find goods and services.Many people think technology is helpful, others think it can be harmful, and some people think it can be both.
- 26. Multiple Choice
Is the following an example of a strong or weak thesis statement:
Students should be required to wear school uniforms because uniforms keep students attentive on their education, and they can foster community spirit and pride.
strong
weak
- 27. Multiple Choice
Is the following thesis statement strong or weak?
Requiring students to volunteer is a good thing to do because it makes students good community members.
strong
weak
- 28. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is a strong thesis statement?
Violent video games are harmful for young people to play.
Violent video games are harmful to young people, and it should be stopped.
Violent video games are harmful for young people to play because it promotes a sedentary lifestyle and encourages violence.
Violent video games are harmful for young people because they should be reading a book.
- 29. Multiple Choice
In an expository essay, all body paragraphs need...
Sensory details
Dialogue
Topic/conclusion sentences
Just topic sentences
- 30. Multiple Choice
Topic sentences are typically the...
First sentence in each body paragraph.
Second sentence in each body paragraph.
Third sentence in each body paragraph.
Last sentence in each body paragraph.
- 31. Multiple Choice
Safety rules show children how to get rid of dangerous chemicals.
This is a TOPIC SENTENCE for a body paragraph. Add ONE supporting detail.
Now that I have read the safety rules, I can show you how to throw away chemicals.
If dangerous chemicals aren't disposed of properly, hazardous fumes or spills could occur.
The rules in the science lab show children how to get rid of dangerous chemicals.
- 32. Multiple ChoiceSafety rules show children how to get rid of dangerous chemicals.
This is a TOPIC SENTENCE for a body paragraph. Add ONE supporting detail.Go ahead and pour chemicals down any sink available.Dominique, in my science class, once spilled a chemical on his shoes.Certain chemicals have special places where they should be discarded or thrown away. - 33. Multiple ChoiceRead the following introduction to an essay.Many people depend on schools for safety and for food. Schools can become community centers that give people access to knowledge and teach skills. Access to fresh fruit and vegetables and an understanding of the local environment are important to communities. Access to fresh fruit and vegetables means people can make healthier choices. And awareness of the local environment means that ordinary people can make informed choices about their neighborhoods and towns. For these reasons, schools should consider hosting community gardens.Based on this paragraph, what is one reason that the author will use to support her argument that schools should host community gardens?the importance of access to fresh fruits and vegetablesthe fact that many schools have unused spacethe benefit of supporting local businessesthe importance of learning about communities in different countries
- 34. Multiple ChoiceWhich topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below?
The best kind of pet is a cat because they are friendly, low maintenance, and have great personalities.First, cats are affectionate creatures.Next, cats are inexpensive.In addition, it is not hard to take care of a cat.Finally, every cat has a unique personality. - 35. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the most effective way to write a conclusion?Just stop writing.Restate the thesis.Add additional non-related information.Try to confuse the reader
- 36. Multiple ChoiceOnce your essay is complete, it is time to write the conclusion. In this paragraph, you’ll restate your thesis one last time. Often the restated thesis will include more specific examples than the thesis in your introduction.Read the following thesis statement.The internet has not only changed the daily lives of Americans but has also impacted television, film and books.Which of the following conclusions restates the thesis above?The internet has changed life in America.Examples of internet speech used by characters in short stories and on television prove that the internet has had a major impact on Americans in real life and in fiction.Many writers claim they do not like the internet or social media and don’t include it in their fiction.The best television shows encourage their fans to talk about their plots and characters on social media.
- 37. Multiple ChoiceYour conclusion should include all of the following EXCEPTa restatement of your thesis statementa transition sentencemain ideassupporting details
- 38. Multiple ChoiceSafety rules are important because they help prevent fires and explosions, protect the students' skin, clothes, and face, and show children how to get rid of dangerous chemicals.
What is a good conclusion for this expository essay?This is the end of my paper about why safety rules are important. I hope you enjoy!Safety rules prevents serious fires, protect our bodies, and teaches us the correct way to get rid of dangerous chemicals.Safety rules are also important because the show you how to use the hot plate. - 39. Multiple ChoiceIn the real world, I see expository...In Personal NarrativesIn News PapersIn movie scriptsI don't even listen
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