Synthesis Essays

What other type of essay is similar to a synthesis essay?

• Comparative

• Narrative

• Research

• None of the Above

What is the main difference between a synthesis and an analysis?

• A synthesis includes a counter argument.

• An analysis includes a refute.

• A synthesis focuses on the how and why.

• An analysis focuses on the claim.

When do you use a direct quote?

• When the specific words are key.

• When the general ideas are more important than the specific words.

A synthesis essay is NOT ... (Choose 2)

• An integration

• A summary

• An Analysis

• A reflection

How many sources are we going to be using in our essay?

• 1

• 5

• 7

• 3