Test Prep for Writing

What are the four main elements to an essay? Mark all that apply.

• thesis

• introduction

• body paragraphs

• conclusion

The thesis statement is all of these except:

• the main point you will make in your essay

• A reason for your opinion

• tells the reader what to expect from the rest of the essay

• is usually a single sentence near the beginning of your essay

Which answer choice is an example of a weak thesis?

• The North and South fought the Civil War for many reasons, some of which were the same and some different.

• While both sides fought the Civil War over the issue of slavery, the North fought for moral reason while the South fought to preserve its own institutions.

Which questions should be considered when writing a strong thesis? Mark all that apply.

• Did I answer the question?

• Did I take a position on the topic?

• Is my thesis specific?

• Does my essay support my thesis

• Will my teacher like my thesis?

Which of the following should not be included in an introduction to an essay?

• Thesis

• Relevant Information

• Hook

• Overview of your reasons

• Talking to the reader

What should go in the beginning of your body paragraphs? Select all that apply.

• A Greeting To The Reader

• A conclusion

• A Sentence To Engage Your Reader

• Restating the thesis

• A Transition

What should you have after every evidence piece in the body paragraph?

• Another Paragraph

• Elaboration

• Restate The Prompt

• All of your reasons

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

A conclusion is...

• The last impression your reader will get

• All about you and what you do

• Your reason to have your opinion

• Why the reader should believe in the opposite of what you argue

Why should you plan your writing?

• Because it will help you to write, since you have the order in front of you

• Because planning will help with transitions

• Because it is mandatory

• Because your teacher told you to

What should be on your planning sheet?

• A rough draft of your essay

• The main points for each paragraph and how each will be supported

• Only your reasons

• Only your conclusion

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1