Thesis Statement and Parallel Structure

Thesis Statement and Parallel Structure

8th Grade

19 Qs

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Thesis Statement and Parallel Structure

Thesis Statement and Parallel Structure

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Quiz

English

8th Grade

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Created by

Madalyn Marlin

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19 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 5 pts

In an introduction paragraph, a thesis statement...

grabs the reader's attention

gives background information on the topic

directly answers the question or prompt

leaves the reader with a feeling or a question

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 5 pts

Which of the following is the best example of a strong thesis statement?

I think school uniforms should be worn because they are clean, neat, and tidy.

School uniforms should be required because they improve discipline, create equality, and reduce distractions.

School uniforms should be required because they tend to look nicer than regular old street clothes do which can help students get jobs in the future.

School uniforms are worn by many students.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 5 pts

What is the purpose of using a word like "because" in a thesis statement?

To list random facts about the topic

To introduce the main idea of the essay

To connect the main idea to the three supporting reasons

To make the thesis statement longer

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 5 pts

Which thesis statement follows the format: Main Idea + Because + Three Topics?

Video games are fun, exciting, and sometimes scary.

Reading is important because it builds vocabulary, improves writing, and strengthens comprehension skills.

The environment is in danger, and we should do something about it.

Many people enjoy sports, music, and cooking.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 5 pts

Which sentence has three reasons in parallel form?

Exercising is important because it strengthens muscles, improves endurance, and helps with sleeping better.

Exercising is important because it strengthens muscles, improves endurance, and helps you sleep better.

Exercising is important because it strengthens muscles, improves endurance, and increases flexibility.

Exercising is important because it makes you strong, gives energy, and is fun.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 5 pts

What does parallel form mean in writing?

Making all supporting ideas different from each other

Using words that mean the same thing

Making the supporting points match in grammatical structure

Making sure the sentences are all the same length

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 5 pts

Which of the following sentences uses parallel structure correctly?

Learning a new language helps improve memory, increases job opportunities, and is good at making friends.

Learning a new language helps improve memory, increase job opportunities, and make new friends.

Learning a new language helps improve memory, increases job opportunities, and helps you to make new friends.

Learning a new language helps improve memory, increases job opportunities, and makes new friends.

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