4.W.TTP.2 Informative Essay Quiz

What is the main purpose of an informative essay?

• To convince the reader to agree with an opinion

• To tell a fictional story

• To explain a topic using facts and details

• To share personal experiences

Which sentence is a strong topic sentence for an informative paragraph?

• My favorite thing to do is ride my bike.

• There are three main types of clouds: cumulus, stratus, and cirrus.

• Did you know that the ocean is very deep?

• I like turtles because they are cute.

Which of the following should NOT be included in an informative essay?

• Facts and details

• Personal opinions

• Clear topic and conclusion sentences

• Definitions and examples

Which transition word best connects two ideas in an informative essay?

• For example,

• In my opinion,

• I believe

• Once upon a time

What is the purpose of a concluding sentence in an informative essay?

• To introduce a brand-new topic

• To restate the main idea and wrap up the essay

• To add extra, unrelated details

• To tell the reader what they should think

Which of the following sentences includes a strong supporting detail?

• There are many planets in space.

• Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun and has extreme temperatures.

• Some people like learning about space.

• Planets are fun to think about.

Why is it important to organize ideas in an informative essay?

• So the reader can follow and understand the information

• So the writer can add random facts

• So the essay sounds more like a story

• So opinions can be included

Which of the following is the BEST way to introduce a new fact in an informative essay?

• “This is why I think that…”

• “Another interesting fact about this topic is…”

• “Once upon a time, people discovered…”

• “I don’t know if this is true, but…”

What should a writer do after researching a topic for an informative essay?

• Copy the information exactly as it is

• Organize the facts into clear paragraphs

• Change the topic to something easier

• Only write about their favorite part

What is the best way to make an informative essay more interesting to the reader?

• Add fun facts and details related to the topic

• Use as many big words as possible

• Repeat the same idea several times

• Only use short sentences