COR 7_LESSON 1& 2 Quiz

What is the purpose of a compare/contrast essay?

• tell a story

• inform or explain a subject to the reader

• talk about the similarities and differences of two subjects

• use the five senses to paint a picture for the reader, incorporating imagery

  and specific details

What function does an opening statement or hook do in an essay?

• engages the reader

• can be a short story about a new age Cinderella

• engages the reader and introduces BOTH subjects

• introduces what you are going to prove for the rest of the essay

Which statement defines a thesis statement?

• the evidence used to back up claims

• a statement of the main claims of the essay

• the judgement that appears at the end of an essay

• a device used to pull readers into your essay

Which two things should a conclusion paragraph include?

• a final point of comparison and a salutation

• a new idea and a concluding statement

• a summary of the main points and a final opinion

• the most important piece of evidence and a restatement of the thesis

What should be the last sentence in the introduction paragraph?

• thesis statement

• topic sentence

• closing sentence

• transition sentence

Which of the following words or phrases can be used to show a comparison?

• While

• Similarly

• In contrast

• On the other hand

Which of the following words or phrases could be used when contrasting?

• Similarly

• Nonetheless

• In conclusion

• On the other hand

What is the difference between subject by subject and point by point method

of development?

• The thesis statement

• The opening statement

• The object being discussed

• The way in arranging the ideas

Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below?

―Schools should start later in the day because it would allow for more sleep,

aid efforts at better nutrition, and be more convenient for both students and

parents.”

• To begin, if school started later, it would also get out later.

• Also, teens would be able to sleep in longer and feel more rested for the start

  of the day.

• Furthermore, it will be easier to eat a healthy breakfast if there is more time

  to do so.

• Most importantly, a later start time would be easier for parents and students

  to plan around.

Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below?

"Although there are those who claim otherwise, sports are not overrated

because they keep people active, provide entertainment, and instill valuable

life lessons in those that play them.

• To begin with, sports can be an important part of an active lifestyle.

• Next, sports teams help build a sense of community and pride in a school.

• Moreover, even if you aren't playing a sport, it is relatively cheap

  entertainment to watch.

• Finally, the learning that occurs on the field is as important as that which

  occurs in the classroom.