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A word or a group of words used to organize the ideas in sentences or paragraphs is a?
Transition
Writing that explains, gives information, or simplifies an idea is a
expository essay
The main idea sentence of an essay is a
Thesis
A starting point or a broad idea for a writer to use is a
writing prompt
Before beginning any writing assignment, the writer mainly needs to understand the exact ____ of the writing.
1. essay style
2. grading system
3. number of paragraphs
4. type of publication
essay style
Expository essays usually require a(n) ____ tone.
1. informal
2. formal
3. persuasive
4. ironic
2. formal
The thesis of an essay is usually stated in the beginning paragraph, called the ____.
1. summary
2. exposition
3. introduction
4. body paragraph
3. introduction
An anecdote or ____ can be used to illustrate an idea or be used as an example in an essay.
1. short story
2. long story
3. joke
4. quotation
1. short story
A person’s ____ is often used to judge a person’s knowledge and experiences.
1. grades
2. ability
3. reading
4. writing
4. writing
A well-written essay will be most effective if enough ____ put into it.
1. revising is
2. publishing is
3. words are
4. planning is
4. planning is
Which is the correct short definition of an expository essay?
1. one that persuades
2. one that analyzes
3. one that explains
4. a short story
3. one that explains
What is the most important thing to do when beginning a writing project or assignment?
1. understand the exact style of writing required
2. brainstorm for ideas
3. ask your teacher to explain the topic
4. ask questions about the topic and research
1. understand the exact style of writing required
An expository essay should have a formal tone that includes ____.
1. using standard English
2. using dialogue and a plot
3. an analysis of literary structure
4. not using the pronouns you and us
5. using standard English and not using the pronouns you and us.
6. ALL OF THE ABOVE
5. using standard English and not using the pronouns you and us.
The simplified definition of a writing prompt is ____.
1. an idea for a writer to use
2. logic for an argument
3. a hint of what a story will be about
1. an idea for a writer to use
Which is the correct definition of a thesis?
1. the theme of the story
2. the main idea statement of an essay
3. the style and genre of an essay
2. the main idea statement of an essay
In the first paragraph of an essay, or the introduction, a(n) ____ should be included.
thesis
Paragraphs that follow the introduction in an essay should include ____.
1. topic sentences
2. supporting details
3. explanations
4. a short story
5. any one or all of these
5. any one or all of these
What does the writing of a person show?
1. their knowledge
2. their learning
3. their life experiences
4. ALL OF THE ABOVE
4. ALL OF THE ABOVE
Why is it important to increase background knowledge and stay informed?
1. to be able to write well
2. to stay informed
3. to get accepted to college
4. all of these
4. all of these
Which is the most important step of the writing process?
1. drafting
2. publishing
3. planning
4. revising
5. proofreading and editing
3. planning