Deck 11: Writing an Essay

Question 1

The main point of an essay is the _____.

A) subpoint
B) paragraph
C) body
D) thesis

Answer 1

D

Question 2

The subpoints in an essay are the _____.

A) topic sentences
B) paragraphs
C) details
D) topics

Answer 2

A

Question 3

The first paragraph of the essay is usually the _____.

A) conclusion
B) introduction
C) body
D) topic sentence

Answer 3

B

Question 4

Where does the thesis go in the essay?

A) conclusion
B) body
C) introduction
D) title

Question 5

Which of the following is a characteristic of the thesis?

A) The thesis makes an announcement.
B) The thesis is a broad topic.
C) The thesis is expressed in a sentence.
D) The thesis asks an important question.

Question 6

Which of the following is not true of the thesis statement?

A) You can mention the specific subpoints in the thesis.
B) You must follow the main point with a list of the subpoints in the thesis.
C) You can make a point without listing the subpoints in the thesis.
D) The thesis should not be too narrow.

Question 7

Which of the following is not a hint for outlining an essay?

A) Focus on several points.
B) Check the topic sentence.
C) Include enough details.
D) Stay on one point.

Question 8

The topic sentence in each body paragraph should support the _____.

A) details of the paragraph
B) introduction
C) conclusion
D) thesis statement

Question 9

____ means that the paragraphs and details in each paragraph are in the most effective order.

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

Question 10

____ means that the thesis and topic sentence all lead to the same point.

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

Question 11

Which of the following is not a hint for writing the introduction?

A) Never tell a story.
B) You can begin with general statements.
C) You can use one or more questions to lead into the thesis.
D) You can open with a contradiction of the main point.

Question 12

Try to make your body paragraphs at least _____ sentences long.

A) 10
B) 12
C) 15
D) 7

Question 13

The last paragraph in the essay is the _____.

A) conclusion
B) introduction
C) body
D) thesis

Question 14

Which of the following is not a strategy for writing the conclusion paragraph?

A) Restate the thesis in new words.
B) Rewrite the thesis as it appears in the introduction.
C) Make a judgment, valuation, or recommendation.
D) Frame the essay.

Question 15

Which of the following is not a method used to link paragraphs?

A) restate an idea
B) use synonyms
C) avoid transitions
D) use repetition

Question 16

Label the following topic sentences for an essay.
OK - good topic sentence
B - too broad
N - too narrow
A - announcement
-____ A steak dinner at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday is good to eat.

Question 17

Label the following topic sentences for an essay.
OK - good topic sentence
B - too broad
N - too narrow
A - announcement
-____ Refinishing a table can be accomplished in four steps.

Question 18

Label the following topic sentences for an essay.
OK - good topic sentence
B - too broad
N - too narrow
A - announcement
-____ "Guns should be banned" is the topic of this essay.

Question 19

Label the following topic sentences for an essay.
OK - good topic sentence
B - too broad
N - too narrow
A - announcement
-____ The colonization of Africa spanned several decades.

Question 20

Label the following topic sentences for an essay.
OK - good topic sentence
B - too broad
N - too narrow
A - announcement
-____ A good nurse is patient, hardworking, and compassionate.

Question 21

Label the following topic sentences for an essay.
OK - good topic sentence
B - too broad
N - too narrow
A - announcement
-____ This is about loyalty.

Question 22

Label the following topic sentences for an essay.
OK - good topic sentence
B - too broad
N - too narrow
A - announcement
-____ Americans are addicted to many medications.

Question 23

Label the following topic sentences for an essay.
OK - good topic sentence
B - too broad
N - too narrow
A - announcement
-____ Museums offer both entertainment and education.

Question 24

Label the following topic sentences for an essay.
OK - good topic sentence
B - too broad
N - too narrow
A - announcement
-____ Drinking coffee in the morning during the winter months can be helpful.

Question 25

Label the following topic sentences for an essay.
OK - good topic sentence
B - too broad
N - too narrow
A - announcement
-____ Sororities and fraternities perform valuable services in the community.

Question 26

Write a thesis statement for the list of subpoints.
a. Microwavable meals can be prepared in a few minutes.
b. There is a wide variety of meals.
c. Microwavable meals are inexpensive.

Question 27

Write a thesis statement for the list of subpoints.
a. The tuition at universities is higher than the tuition at community colleges.
b. Community colleges generally have smaller class sizes than universities.
c. Universities offer more specialized degrees than community colleges.

Question 28

Write three topic sentences for each thesis statement.
-Thesis statement: Misusing credit cards can cause numerous problems.

Question 29

Write three topic sentences for each thesis statement.
-Thesis statement: Maria did not display the qualities of a good salesperson.

Question 30

Restate the thesis statement.
-Thesis statement: Before selecting a college, a person should review the catalog, speak with someone about programs, and tour the campus.