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1The main function of the development paragraph in a discursive text is:

2What are some common features of expository writing?

3In an argumentative essay, what's it called when you address the opponent's viewpoint?

4What is the primary function of the Topic Sentence (purple) in an informational/argument body paragraph?

5Which of the following is an example of a topic sentence for an article about climate change?

6The author discusses similarities and differences between people, things, concepts, or ideas

7The first sentence in a strong body paragraph is .....

8You can be completely invisible in big cities.The sentence above is ..... in the paragraph.

9..... usually occurs early on in a paragraph, and details what the paragraph is about It has two functions: (1) It ties all of the evidence and examples that make up the body of the paragraph into one cohesive argument (2) It relates the paragraph back to the thesis statement of the overall essay.

10The topic sentence is usually (but not always) the ..... sentence of a paragraph.

11A paragraph can be a sentence long.

12True or false?A paragraph typically contains three components: topic sentence(s), development or elaboration of ideas and concluding sentence(s).

13You're writing an argumentative essay and want to acknowledge a counter-argument without admitting it's a definite fact. Which sentence is the most effective and formally appropriate?

14Which of the following is a characteristic of a good topic sentence?

15The introduction briefly states your reasons to support your claim.

16The introduction of a research report includes

17In an expository text, what is the role of the thesis statement?

18In a PETAL paragraph, what does the Link do?

19How do supporting details enhance the main idea?

20A statement the writer is trying to prove is called what?

21In a problem-solution essay, what kind of solutions should you focus on?

22What is the function of the introduction in a speech?

23The purpose of a subheading in non-fiction is .....

24Which is the best hook sentence to begin an essay?

25What is an effective strategy for developing a thesis statement?

26True or false?Topic sentences, development or elaboration of ideas and concluding sentences are always present in paragraphs.

27Which strategy is most typically used to grab the audience's attention at the beginning of an oral presentation?

28What is the purpose of the closing sentence in a paragraph?

29It tells the reader the information they will find in the paragraphs below it. Sometimes called the "subtitle" .

30What is the role of topic sentences in paragraph revision?

31Which is found in a point paragraph?

32What should the first paragraph in an essay be?

33In what paragraph of the cover letter do you write about why you're writing to him/her, how you found out about the organization, and whether you attached additional documents?

34What does the thesis need?

35What is the correct order of paragraphs in a 5-paragraph essay?

36It is the final paragraph where the writer restates the thesis statement.

37A refutation demonstrates why the counterargument is wrong.

38What makes a good introduction?

39Josephina has to describe a square and a triangle. Her teacher told her to write a paragraph about how the two shapes are alike and how they are different. What form should the paragraph take?

40If a paragraph does NOT have a topic sentence, the key details in that paragraph should support .....

41How does a concluding sentence differ from a topic sentence?

42Be sure to add an

43What information MUST be included in your topic and closing sentences?

44Why is organic unity important in evaluating a literary work?

45When a question asks:Which sentence does not belong? What is the question asking you to do?

46Discuss the role of thesis statements in academic writing.

47Which of the following is a function of a conclusion?

48In the MIDDLE SENTENCE of the conclusion in informative writing,you should .....

49IN INTEGRATED WRITING, you do not NEED TO write a CONCLUSION

50In the context of academic writing, which of the following is the best example of a well-defined topic?

51A well-structured paragraph typically includes a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.

52In which paragraph do you restate the thesis statement?

53Academic writing usually ends with:

54The most important purpose of the introduction is to

55In a body paragraph you should include

56Writer's use ..... to support their thesis or controlling idea.

57The thesis statement is most effective where?

58Which most likely will not be included in the introduction of an informational writing?

59Label the part of an essay: A vegan diet can allieviate arthritis symptoms.

60What is the purpose of the body of an essay as described in the document?

61Nonfiction organizational patterns refer to: