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- 1. Multiple ChoiceWhat is a thesis statement?A general idea of what the essay is aboutA summary of the main ideaA statement that explains the main idea of an essayA suggestion that you should read the essay
- 2. Multiple ChoiceTrue or False: The thesis statement should express a main idea that links to supporting points in the body paragraphs.TrueFalse
- 3. Multiple ChoiceWhere should a thesis statement appear?
first and last paragraph
anywhere in the essay
the last sentence of your essay
the first sentence of every paragraph
- 4. Multiple ChoiceHow many parts should there be in a thesis statement?
Four
Three
Two
One
- 5. Multiple Choice
Should you repeat or restate the thesis in the conclusion?
repeat in exactly the same way
restate in a new way, but with the same ideas
- 6. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is an example of a personal pronoun, which shouldn't be in an essay?
He
She
Me
They
- 7. Multiple ChoiceTrue or False: It is best to use a quote in your thesis statement to support your point of view.TrueFalse
- 8. Multiple ChoiceTrue or False: The best thesis statements are formed into a question.TrueFalse
- 9. Multiple ChoiceTrue or False: There is a difference between the thesis statement and the topic sentence.TrueFalse
- 10. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is not a function of a thesis statement?To announce the topic of your paper to your readerTo reflect a perspective on a topicTo leave a final impression on your reader
To outline your essay's ideas to the reader
- 11. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is NOT part of a thesis statement when writing a novel?
TAG
Claim (main argument)
Summary
Proper spelling and grammar
- 12. Multiple Choice
Which font must be used for a paper to be in MLA format?
Chalkduster
Times New Roman
Comic Sans
Papyrus
- 13. Multiple Choice
What should the spacing be in an MLA formatted essay?
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.5
- 14. Multiple Choice
What is the font size for most MLA documents?
10
12
14
16
- 15. Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of a topic sentence?
It tells the reader about the main idea of the paragraph.
It tells the reader the thesis of the essay.
It hooks the reader.
It summarizes the text.
- 16. Multiple Choice
What is the structure of the introduction?
Hook, background info, thesis
Thesis, background info, topic sentence
Topic sentence, introduction to the prompt, thesis
Hook, background info, topic sentence
- 17. Multiple Choice
What is the structure of the body paragraph?
Topic sentence, Quotes, Explanations, Concluding sentences
Hook, Quote, Summary, Conclusion
Hook, Quote, Explanation, Summary
Topic Sentence, Quote, Summary, Concluding Sentence
- 18. Multiple Choice
What is the structure of a conclusion?
Thesis, summarize main ideas, wow statement
Restate thesis, summarize main ideas, wow statement
Thesis, summary of novel, ask your reader a question
Rephrase thesis, summary of novel, thank your reader
- 19. Multiple Choice
What is an example of a topic sentence?
Throughout the novel, Salva demonstrates persistence as he journeys to Kenya.
Persistence is something we should all try to have.
Persistence is the act of continuing no matter what.
In this paragraph, I will tell you about how Salva is persistent.
- 20. Multiple Choice
What is an example of a hook about kindness?
Kindness is defined as the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate.
I think kindness is the most important quality to have.
Kindness is shown many times in the novel.
The other day at Starbucks, I didn't have to pay for my coffee because the person in line ahead of me had done it for me. That's kindness!
- 21. Multiple Choice
What is an example of a strong concluding sentence?
That's how Salva showed strength.
Because of Salva's strength, he was able to gain independence after Uncle's death.
I'm strong, are you?
If you are not strong, you will not be able to live a successful life.
- 22. Multiple Choice
What should a quote explanation contain?
The importance of the quote
The theme/topic of the essay
Details from the novel
All of the above
- 23. Multiple Choice
What does ACES stand for?
Answer, Cite, Explain, Summarize
All Cats Eat Snails
Analyze, Cite, Expand, Summary
All Citations Equal Solutions
- 24. Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of ACES?
It's an acronym to help you remember body paragraph structure
It teaches us how to explain quotes
It is an easier way to understand the an essay
It is a format for including quotes and dialogue in our essays
- 25. Multiple Choice
Which thesis statement makes your ELA teacher happiest?
In the historical fiction novel, A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park, Salva and Nya show determination to overcome obstacles.
Determination is something we should all have - just like Salva and Nya.
In A Long Walk to Water, by Linda Sue Park, there are two characters. Nya and Salva are both very determined.
Do you want to learn about determination? If so, read on! In this essay I will tell you about Salva and Nya, and their use of determination.
- 26. Multiple Choice
What should a quote explanation NEVER do?
Explain the quote
Give background information
Restate the quote word for word
Tell the quote's significance
- 27. Multiple Choice
What makes your ELA teacher cringe the most while reading an essay?
"I" or "My"
"Now you know how the theme is shown in the novel."
"Have you read A Long Walk to Water?"
It's too hard to choose - they are all incorrect!
- 28. Multiple Choice
The quote sandwich is made up of background information, a cited quote, and explanation.
True
False
- 29. Multiple Choice
Why is it important to follow the essay structure?
It keeps our ideas clear and organized.
It helps us give a deeper analysis of the novel.
It makes the writing flow naturally for the reader.
All of the above.
- 30. Multiple Choice
Why is writing an essay an important skill?
It targets our critical thinking skills.
It helps us communicate more clearly.
It improves our reading ability.
All of the above! Amazing! I'm going to write more essays now that I know this!
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