Essay Structure
What is the name of the 1st paragraph of an essay?
The introduction
What is the past simple form of the verbs:
LIE - to be in a horizontal position
LIE- to say or write something that is not true
LAY ( LAIN )
LIED (LIED)
Which word is not a synonym for 'problem':
a) issue
b) solution
c) challenge
Solution
What 2 transition word phrases or words you can use to start a conclusion?
Correct the mistake: "Reducing traffic in the city centers make them safer for people".
Reducing traffic in city centers makes them safer for people.
True or False: A topic sentence comes at the end of each paragraph
False
Explain the difference between its and it's
its - possessive pronoun
it's (contraction) = it is
What's the noun form of the verb "explain"?
Explanation
Which of these words show contrast?
a) moreover
b) Whereas
c) Similarly
whereas
Correct the mistake: 'On one hand, people think that sports...'
'On the one hand, people think that sports...'
What type of essay presents a balanced, objective analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of a single topic
For and Against Essay
Change this sentence into the Present perfect:
The professor teaches courses on economics
The professor has taught courses on economics
Which word is not a synonym for 'impact':
a) result
b) process
c) effect
process
Give 2 phrases you can use instead of 'For example'
For instance, such as, like, namely, notably etc.
Correct the mistake: "Many people were effected...."
What do we call the last sentence of an introduction paragraph?
The thesis statement
The researcher conducted the experiment.
The researcher was conducting the experiment.
Explain the difference between 'interested' and 'interesting'
interested = a person, feeling interest
interesting= something that causes interest
Create an example sentence that correctly uses a transition word or phrase to add information
Furthermore, studies show that exercise can improve mental health.
Correct the mistake:
The movie was good it was a bit too long.
"The movie was good, but it was a bit too long."
"Although the movie was good, it was a bit too long."
Name one thing the last sentence of a conclusion paragpraph should do
Change the sentence using the Passive voice in the first part of the sentence: Many people believe that technology will improve our lives.
Possible answer: It is believed that technology will improve our lives.
What's the synonym of the verb 'analyse'?
Give an example sentence using the word.
= to study, examine something in detail
This essay will examine the impact of social media on teenagers.
Why are transition phrases important in writing? Give 2 reasons.
Possible answers:
1. they help to show connections between ideas, organize your arguments;
2. Improve flow of the essay
Correct mistakes in academic style:
The director says the team did a great job
Possible answer: The director states that the team performed exceptionally well