Deck 12: Different Essay Patterns: Part I

Question 1

For illustration essays, use ____ to support a general statement.

A) specific examples
B) general statements
C) topics
D) broad examples

Answer 1

A

Question 2

Divide a narrative essay into ____.

A) a body paragraph for every event that happens
B) several points
C) clear stages
D) body paragraphs that are equal in length

Answer 2

C

Question 3

There are ____ kinds of process essays.

A) four
B) two
C) three
D) five

Answer 3

B

Question 4

When writing a description essay, ____.

A) develop a dominant impression
B) use few specific details
C) order of details is not important
D) transitions are not needed

Question 5

Which of the following is not a hint for writing a comparison or contrast essay?

A) Use the thesis to make a statement about the items being compared or contrasted.
B) Use the emphatic method of organization.
C) Use the point-by-point method of organization.
D) Use the points of comparison or contrast to organize body paragraphs.

Question 6

When a writer uses the point-by-point pattern to organize a comparison or contrast essay, each ____ can explain one point of comparison or contrast.

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

Question 7

When a student is writing a descriptive essay, it is important to____.

A) decide on a clear order
B) use many specific details
C) relate to the five senses of sight, sound, taste, touch (or texture), and smell.
D) all of the above

Question 8

A directional process essay tells the reader ____.

A) how to do something
B) an explanation of an activity
C) about an event
D) an opinion with supporting evidence

Question 9

One way to get started on a comparison or contrast essay is to ____.

A) list as many differences or similarities as you can for one topic
B) put events in chronological order
C) develop a list of transitions
D) list "pros" and "cons" for a topic of debate

Question 10

A narrative essay ____.

A) makes a point
B) tells a story
C) develops a thought
D) defends a position

Question 11

Write three topic sentences for each thesis statement.
-My choice to work full time while attending college taught me to use my time wisely.

Question 12

Write three topic sentences for each thesis statement.
-Our town needs to build a new public library.

Question 13

Write a thesis statement for the body paragraph topic sentences.
-Rottweilers make great guard dogs.
Contrary to popular belief, the dogs are good playmates for children.
Rottweilers can be trained to perform numerous services.

Question 14

Write a thesis statement for the body paragraph topic sentences.
-Drunk drivers are responsible for one-third of all highway accidents.
Many people convicted of driving under the influence are repeat offenders.
Hundreds of lives are lost each month because of drinking and driving.

Question 15

Restate each thesis in a new way.
-College is the ideal place to try new things.

Question 16

Restate each thesis in a new way.
-Video games can teach children valuable lessons about life