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The following sentence best fits in which type of paragraph? "Have you ever tried to play basketball with one leg?"
Introduction! This is an example of a 'hook' to get your reader engaged.
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Prompt: Discuss the possible effects of child leashing. Thesis: The popular practice of leashing a child can lead to risky behavior in adolescence.
YES! The thesis takes a position and makes the topic clear.
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When is the appropriate time to use "To me..." in formal writing?
Never!
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What do the letters in APE stand for?
Answer Prove Explain
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What should come right after your thesis?
The topic sentence of your first body paragraph.
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The following sentence best fits in which type of paragraph? "All in all, review games are fun and educational for everyone involved."
Conclusion! A conclusion should rephrase the thesis and sum up the purpose of the essay.
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Prompt: Describe the differences between cats and dogs. Thesis: Dogs are interesting and fun; everyone should buy a dog!
NO! The thesis does not clearly answer the prompt. It only focuses on one aspect of the question.
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True or False: Conclusion paragraphs restate the thesis
True!
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True or False? In your short answer response, you should answer the question and then write several lines of text evidence.
False! You need commentary! Also, use the shortest quote possible to support your answer.
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What should come right after a body paragraph's topic sentence?
Commentary or details that support and develop your topic.
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The following sentence best fits in which type of paragraph? Jeopardy is a useful tool that incorporates fun into a lesson.
Body Paragraph! This is an example of a topic sentence. It sets up the focus of the rest of the paragraph.
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Prompt: Using the reading selection provided, discuss the uses of eggs. Thesis: Eggs contain many of the ingredients that your body needs for good health.
YES! The thesis clearly answers the prompt and sets up the essay for a discussion over ingredients.
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What is an example of a coordinating conjunction? Hint: Coordinating conjunctions join phrases together and usually come along with a comma)
For And Nor But Or Yet So
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What is the difference between text evidence and commentary?
Text evidence the term used to describe the quotes you use to support your answer. Commentary is the term for your explanation and analysis of the quotes you used.
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Thesis: "World War II heavily influenced modern thought, contributing to a growing sense of cynicism and the realization that continued warfare was a potential threat to the earth itself." Based on this thesis, what would each body paragraph focus on?
One paragraph about post-World War II cynicism One paragraph about warfare's effect on the environment
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The following sentence best fits in which type of paragraph? Alhough classroom boredom is a serious epidemic, it is not without a cure.
Introduction! This is an example of a thesis. The thesis mentions the paper's main topic and sets up the reader for both body paragraphs.
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Prompt: Explain the effect of Rome's fall on Medieval England. Thesis: Rome and England are both significant countries.
NO! The thesis mentions both topics, but does not answer the prompt or hint at a connection between England and Rome.
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Which kinds of paragraphs should be indented?
All of them!
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When looking for a quote to use for your text evidence, what is the number one quality you should look for?
The quote should support your answer or analysis. Example: The author is very happy in the story, like when he "jumps for joy".
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There is no question for this point level.
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Prompt: Discuss the validity of standardized testing. Thesis: Standardized testing is designed to keep teachers accountable while pushing the boundaries of students.
NO! The thesis is well-written, but it answers a different question than the one asked.
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When can you start a sentence with 'because'?
When it begins with a subordinate clause, such as: "Because it was raining, I slipped outside." NOT "Because he thought it was the right thing to do."
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Which of the following quotes would best support this answer: Despite their slow speed, turtles are surprisingly resilient. A. "Turtles have a shell and legs or flippers, depending on their environment." B. "Sea turtles are born on the beach and must swim to the ocean to survive." C. "Turtles face many predators, but their hard shell and natural survival instincts make them a difficult meal to catch."
C. Answer choice C supports the idea that turtles are resilient and can survive their environment.
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In conclusion, What should happen next? Be specific.
You should restate your position or thesis.