11.14 | STAAR Revising

Front

What is a topic sentence?

Back

A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph. It usually appears at the beginning and sets the tone for the information that follows.

Front

What is the purpose of revising a sentence?

Back

The purpose of revising a sentence is to improve clarity, coherence, and overall effectiveness of the writing.

Front

What does it mean to support a paragraph with details?

Back

Supporting a paragraph with details means providing additional information, examples, or explanations that reinforce the main idea presented in the topic sentence.

Front

What is a transition word?

Back

A transition word is a word or phrase that connects ideas, sentences, or paragraphs, helping to guide the reader through the text.

Front

What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

Back

A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is subjective.

Front

What is the role of an introduction in a paper?

Back

The introduction serves to present the main topic, engage the reader, and provide a preview of the content that will follow.

Front

What does it mean to combine sentences?

Back

Combining sentences means merging two or more sentences into one to improve flow and coherence.

Front

What is an esquire in the context of knighthood?

Back

An esquire is a young man who is training to become a knight, typically serving a knight as a page before achieving knighthood.

Front

What is the significance of using specific details in writing?

Back

Using specific details enhances the reader's understanding and makes the writing more vivid and engaging.

Front

What is an example of a supporting detail?

Back

An example of a supporting detail is a fact, statistic, or anecdote that elaborates on the main idea of a paragraph.