Organizing Writing Effectively

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What is the correct order of elements in a rough draft?

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1. Introduction 2. Thesis statement 3. Topic sentence 4. Supporting sentence 5. Conclusion

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What is the appropriate length for most paragraphs in an academic essay?

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1/2 to 1 page - a topic sentence focusing on one main idea followed by supporting evidence and a concluding sentence.

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What is the correct order to cite a book chapter in MLA format?

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1. Chapter author 2. Chapter title 3. Book title 4. Book editor 5. Publisher 6. Date 7. Page number

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What type of organization is best for analyzing and comparing interior designs?

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Spatial organization.

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What are news articles used for in research?

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They are often published immediately after an event and are used as primary sources.

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What do books provide in research?

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They provide a comprehensive overview of a topic because they cover a topic in depth.

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What are scholarly articles most useful for?

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They are most likely to be useful for exploring the latest research in a field.

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What types of sources come in a variety of formats and may be used in research?

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Websites.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.