Schaffer Constructed Response Quiz

What is the purpose of the Schaffer paragraph structure?

• To provide a way to present personal opinions instead of evidence

• To confuse the reader with convoluted writing

• To provide a clear and concise way to present evidence and analysis in academic writing.

• To make academic writing longer and more difficult to read

What is a claim in the Schaffer paragraph structure?

• A counterargument to the main point of the paragraph

• A supporting detail in the paragraph

• The main argument or point of the paragraph.

• A conclusion drawn from the evidence presented in the paragraph

What is a two-chunk paragraph in the Schaffer paragraph structure?

• A paragraph with a topic sentence and a commentary.

• A paragraph with a topic sentence and a concluding sentence.

• A paragraph with a topic sentence and a counterargument.

• A paragraph with a topic sentence, two concrete details, two commentary sentences, and a conclusio sentence.

What is the appropriate way to introduce (lead-in) and internally cite a quotation?

• "We all churn inside," (Doyle).

• The text states that "We all churn inside." (Doyle)

• The text states, "We all churn inside" (Doyle).

• Doyle states that we all churn inside.

What is evidence in the Schaffer paragraph structure?

• Opinions or personal experiences

• Contradictory statements

• Specific examples, facts, or data (often in quotations) that support the main claim or topic sentence.

• Irrelevant information

What is analysis in the Schaffer paragraph structure?

• Summarizing the main idea of the paragraph

• Identifying the topic sentence of the paragraph and restating the evidence

• Providing background information for the paragraph

• Interpretation and evaluation of evidence or examples to explain how they prove the topic sentence

What is the purpose of a two-chunk paragraph in the Schaffer paragraph structure?

• To summarize the main points

• To introduce a new topic

• To provide evidence and analysis to support the topic sentence.

• To provide a counterargument

All of the following elements are important in constructed response paragraphs EXCEPT

• Transitions

• Evidence

• Citations

• First and Second Person

What is the recommended length of a two chunk Schaffer paragraph?

• 8-10 sentences

• 1-2 sentences

• 10-12 sentences

• 20-25 sentences

Why is the Schaffer paragraph structure useful for academic writing?

• It provides a clear and organized way to present evidence and analysis.

• It limits the writer's ability to present evidence and analysis.

• It helps to confuse the reader with a disorganized structure.

• It is not useful for academic writing.