Analytic Writing Quiz

What is the main idea of a paragraph?

• Central point or theme

• Background information

• Supporting details

• Conclusion

Which sentence in a paragraph states the main idea?

• The transition sentence.

• The supporting details.

• The topic sentence

• The concluding sentence.

Why is it important to use evidence to support arguments?

• To make the arguments more confusing and convoluted.

• To make the arguments less persuasive and convincing.

• To add credibility and validity to the claims being made.

• To make the arguments more subjective and biased.

How can you organize ideas in paragraphs?

• Including unrelated information in each paragraph.

• Grouping related information together and focusing on a single main idea or topic in each paragraph.

• Mixing multiple main ideas or topics in each paragraph.

• Not organizing information in any particular order within paragraphs.

What is the purpose of a conclusion in analytic writing?

• To introduce new ideas and arguments.

• To provide evidence and examples.

• To restate the thesis statement.

• To summarize the main points and arguments and provide a final thought or judgment on the topic.

Which subtopic focuses on identifying main ideas?

• main idea identification

• inference making

• supporting details analysis

• topic identification

What is a topic sentence?

• A topic sentence is a sentence that provides supporting details for the main idea of a paragraph.

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

• A topic sentence is a sentence that summarizes the entire paragraph.

• A topic sentence is a sentence that is placed at the end of a paragraph.

Why is it important to write a clear topic sentence?

• A clear topic sentence is important because it helps confuse the reader.

• A clear topic sentence is not important because it doesn't affect the overall quality of the writing.

• A clear topic sentence is important because it sets the tone for the rest of the paragraph or essay.

• A clear topic sentence is important only for academic writing, not for other forms of writing.

What are some ways to use evidence to support arguments?

• Using personal anecdotes, relying on emotional appeals, making unsupported claims

• Conducting research, citing credible sources, presenting statistical data, providing examples or case studies, and using expert opinions.

How can you write a strong conclusion?

• End with a rhetorical question.

• Include new information that was not discussed in the essay.

• Leave the reader hanging without a clear resolution.

• Summarize the main points and restate the thesis statement.