Exemplification Essay Overview Quiz

What is another term for exemplification as mentioned in the video?

• Argumentative

• Illustrative

• Descriptive

• Narrative

What should you do before starting the presentation on exemplification essays?

• Read 'Midnight' on page 221

• Write a draft essay

• Watch a related documentary

• Discuss with a peer

What strategy did the author of 'Midnight' use to introduce the essay?

• A statistic

• An anecdote

• A quote

• A question

What is the main difference between an open and a closed thesis statement?

• An open thesis lists specific examples

• A closed thesis is vague

• A closed thesis is not used in essays

• An open thesis is open to interpretation

Why might an author include a transitional paragraph in their essay?

• To list references

• To introduce a new topic

• To conclude the essay

• To provide background information

What is the purpose of including citations in an essay?

• To make the essay longer

• To acknowledge sources

• To confuse the reader

• To add more examples

What was one of the hardships faced by the author's parents in the 'Midnight' essay?

• Lack of education

• Language barriers

• Meeting work quotas

• Traveling long distances

How did the author create cohesiveness between paragraphs?

• By using the same words

• By repeating the thesis

• By linking topics with transition sentences

• By using bullet points

Why did the author use the word 'midnight' in both the introduction and conclusion?

• To introduce a new topic

• To confuse the reader

• To emphasize the time of day

• To create a full circle

What is the correct term for a citation list with only one source?

• Works cited

• Bibliography

• Reference list

• Work cited