Deck 1: Writing a Paragraph

Question 1

Regularly writing down your experiences, reactions, and observations is ____.

A) freewriting
B) mapping
C) brainstorming
D) keeping a journal

Answer 1

D

Question 2

The ____ summarizes the details in the paragraph.

A) topic sentence
B) topic
C) outline
D) map

Answer 2

A

Question 3

The ____ is a plan to help you stay focused in your writing.

A) map
B) journal entry
C) topic
D) outline

Answer 3

D

Question 4

What order is most commonly used when arguing a point?

A) time order
B) space order
C) emphatic order
D) step-by-step order

Question 5

____ means rewriting the draft of the paragraph to make changes in the structure and the
Order of sentences and content.

A) Revising
B) Editing and proofreading
C) Mapping
D) Freewriting

Question 6

____ includes making changes in the choice of words, in the selection of details, in
Punctuation, and in the patterns and kinds of sentences.

A) Brainstorming
B) Freewriting
C) Editing and proofreading
D) Drafting and revising

Question 7

The ____ stage involves checking for errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and format.

A) planning
B) mapping
C) prewriting
D) editing and proofreading

Question 8

When writing about an event, use ____ order.

A) time
B) emphatic
C) space
D) step-by-step

Question 9

If you are describing a room, you might use ____ order.

A) time
B) emphatic
C) space
D) step-by-step order

Question 10

____ means that all the details relate to the topic sentence.

A) Support
B) Unity
C) Coherence
D) Brainstorming

Question 11

You can use your ____ to create a first draft of your paragraph.

A) details
B) coherence
C) outline
D) editing and proofreading

Question 12

When ____, give yourself 15 minutes to write whatever comes to mind on your subject
Without stopping.

A) brainstorming
B) keeping a journal
C) mapping
D) freewriting

Question 13

____ includes asking yourself if you need to add any details to your paragraph.

A) Revising
B) Brainstorming
C) Prewriting
D) Planning

Question 14

____ includes checking to see if your choice of words is appropriate throughout.

A) Prewriting
B) Planning
C) Drafting and revising
D) Editing and proofreading

Question 15

____ refers to generating and developing ideas for the paragraph.

A) Prewriting
B) Planning
C) Drafting and revising
D) Editing and proofreading

Question 16

Label the following topic sentence:
OK - good topic sentence
N - too narrow
B - too broad
A - announcement
-____ This essay is about the recent hurricane.

Question 17

Label the following topic sentence:
OK - good topic sentence
N - too narrow
B - too broad
A - announcement
-____ My neighborhood changed a great deal.

Question 18

Label the following topic sentence:
OK - good topic sentence
N - too narrow
B - too broad
A - announcement
-____ Jack likes oatmeal cookies.

Question 19

Label the following topic sentence:
OK - good topic sentence
N - too narrow
B - too broad
A - announcement
-____ Philip is an avid sportsman.

Question 20

Label the following topic sentence:
OK - good topic sentence
N - too narrow
B - too broad
A - announcement
-____ I live 30 minutes from my job.

Question 21

Label the following topic sentence:
OK - good topic sentence
N - too narrow
B - too broad
A - announcement
-____ Our neighbors recycle cans and bottles.

Question 22

Label the following topic sentence:
OK - good topic sentence
N - too narrow
B - too broad
A - announcement
-____ Vegetables are a source of vitamins.

Question 23

Label the following topic sentence:
OK - good topic sentence
N - too narrow
B - too broad
A - announcement
-____ The Internet provides useful information.

Question 24

Label the following topic sentence:
OK - good topic sentence
N - too narrow
B - too broad
A - announcement
-____ The subject of my paragraph will be texting.

Question 25

Label the following topic sentence:
OK - good topic sentence
N - too narrow
B - too broad
A - announcement
-____ The college's strict attendance policy causes problems for students.

Question 26

Put an X beside details that do not support the topic sentence.
-Topic sentence: A birthday party requires careful planning.
____ Invitations must be sent.
____ The hosts must prepare a menu and go shopping.
____ Some guests do not bring gifts.
____ Entertainment for the guests must be considered.
____ The hosts are not always shown appreciation for their hard work.
____ The guest list needs to be created.
____ Guests expect colorful decorations.

Question 27

The following list contains topics and topic sentences. Label topics T; label topic sentences TS.
-____ How to form a study group.

Question 28

The following list contains topics and topic sentences. Label topics T; label topic sentences TS.
-____ My graduation day.

Question 29

The following list contains topics and topic sentences. Label topics T; label topic sentences TS.
-____ Valuable items can be discovered at garage sales.

Question 30

The following list contains topics and topic sentences. Label topics T; label topic sentences TS.
-____ Three warning signs of alcoholism.

Question 31

The following list contains topics and topic sentences. Label topics T; label topic sentences TS.
-____ Attending college provides several ways to meet people.

Question 32

Add three details to support the topic sentence.
-Topic sentence: Numerous sounds can be heard in the mall during the holiday shopping rush.