Essay Writing Essentials

Essay Writing Essentials

8th Grade

10 Qs

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Essay Writing Essentials

Essay Writing Essentials

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8th Grade

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Jessica Mitchell

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the introduction in a 5 paragraph essay?

The purpose of the introduction in a 5 paragraph essay is to provide evidence to support the thesis statement.

The purpose of the introduction in a 5 paragraph essay is to summarize the main points of the essay.

The purpose of the introduction in a 5 paragraph essay is to grab the reader's attention, provide background information on the topic, and present the thesis statement.

The purpose of the introduction in a 5 paragraph essay is to conclude the essay.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which paragraph is the introduction paragraph?

Conclusion

First paragraph

Third paragraph

Body paragraphs

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the thesis statement in a 5 paragraph essay?

To conclude the essay and restate the main argument.

To introduce the supporting evidence for the essay.

To clearly state the main argument or point of the essay.

To provide a summary of the essay's main points.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the thesis statement usually located in an essay?

In the title of the essay.

In the body paragraphs.

In the conclusion.

In the introductory paragraph

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many body paragraphs are typically included in a 5 paragraph essay?

6

4

1

3

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the body paragraphs in an essay?

To provide a conclusion for the essay.

To summarize the main points of the essay.

To provide supporting evidence and arguments for the main thesis statement.

To introduce new ideas and concepts.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should each body paragraph in an essay focus on?

Multiple main ideas or points that support the thesis statement.

A single main idea or point that supports the thesis statement.

Irrelevant information that is not related to the thesis statement.

Personal opinions and anecdotes that are not supported by evidence.

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