Essay Writing Quiz

What is the main purpose of an introduction paragraph?

• To provide a detailed analysis of the topic

• To hook the reader's attention and give an idea of the topic

• To summarize the entire essay

• To list all the references used

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1E

CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

CCSS.L.5.1C

CCSS.L.5.1D

What is the purpose of additional background information in an introduction paragraph?

• To conclude the essay

• To provide context and understanding

• To list the main arguments

• To capture the reader's attention

Which part of the introduction paragraph is meant to state the main argument?

• Hook

• Introduction of the topic

• Additional background information

• Thesis statement

What is the last part of an introduction paragraph?

• Hook

• Introduction of the topic

• Additional background information

• Thesis statement

A hook can be a question, strong statement, quote, statistic, or anecdote.

• True

• False

Tags

CCSS.L.2.2C

What type of hook is the statement "The polar ice caps are melting at an alarming rate"?

• Question

• Quote

• Strong statement

• Anecdote

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.8.1C

CCSS.L.K.1D

Body paragraphs are structured very similarly to...

• Introduction paragraphs

• RACES

• Conclusion paragraphs

• Questions

What is the main purpose of a topic sentence?

• Introduces the focus topic of the paragraph

• Acts as a transition from body paragraph to conclusion

• Introduces the focus topic of the essay

• Grabs the reader's attention at the start of the essay

What will you be using as evidence to support your topic sentences?

• Explanations

• Elaborations

• Footnotes

• Quotes

What is the minimum about of sentences you need to include for your explanation part of your body paragraph?

• 5

• 4

• 3

• 2

Answer explanation

You can do more than 3 sentences. Just make sure you aren't straying from the main focus of the paragraph.

Your goal is to explain how your quote supports your topic sentence.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1C

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.1F

CCSS.L.3.1I