Flash Cards for ACT English - Production of Writing

Front

Main idea of a passage

Back

Central point or argument

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Recognizing a thesis statement

Back

Clearly expresses main idea

Front

Importance of clarity in writing

Back

Ensures reader understands message

Front

Action for unclear or off-topic ideas

Back

Revise for relevance and clarity

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When to add or delete sentences

Back

Improve focus and relevance

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Logical development in writing

Back

Coherent flow of ideas

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Role of transitions

Back

Connect ideas smoothly

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Purpose of paragraph organization

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Logical progression of paragraphs

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Effective introduction

Back

Presents main idea and engages reader

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Function of a conclusion

Back

Wraps up ideas without new information