CFA Informative Writing Study Guide

What is the primary goal of the conclusion paragraph?

• To introduce new evidence

• To summarize key points and restate the thesis

• To explain the evidence in more detail

• To ask a new question

What does the "RACES" strategy stand for in a body paragraph?

• Restate, Answer, Cite, Explain, Summarize

• Restate, Analyze, Cite, Explain, Summarize

• Restate, Cite, Answer, Explain, Summarize

• Review, Cite, Analyze, Explain, Summarize

What is the main function of the thesis statement in the introduction?

• To introduce a new topic

• To give the main argument or claim and preview supporting reasons

• To summarize the body paragraphs

• To describe background information about the topic

What should follow after citing evidence in the body paragraph?

• Summarize the evidence again

• Explain how the evidence supports your argument

• Ask a related question

• Restate the thesis

What is the purpose of the "sum it up" sentence in the body paragraph?

• To introduce a new idea

• To explain the evidence more deeply

• To briefly summarize the main idea of the paragraph

• To repeat the thesis statement

What is the purpose of the "explain your evidence" sentence in the body paragraph?

• To summarize the main point of the paragraph

• To provide new evidence

• To clarify how the evidence supports your argument

• To transition between ideas

Which of the following is NOT a key part of a strong body paragraph?

• Restating the question

• Including new and unrelated ideas

• Answering the question directly

• Citing evidence

What should a "recap" sentence in the conclusion paragraph do?

• Introduce a new argument

• Remind the reader of the main points

• Provide new evidence

• Summarize the evidence in detail

Which of these is an example of citing evidence in a body paragraph?

• "This demonstrates..."

• "One example from the text is..."

• "In conclusion..."

• "To sum up..."

What is the function of the introduction paragraph?

• To summarize the conclusion

• To present the thesis and grab the reader's attention

• To explain the body of the essay

• To provide supporting evidence for the thesis