Semester Exam Practice 1

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What is a controlling idea?

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The controlling idea is the main point or central theme of a piece of writing.

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Why is a controlling idea important in writing?

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A controlling idea is important in writing because it helps to focus and guide the content of the writing.

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Which of the following is an example of a controlling idea? Exercise is essential for maintaining good physical and mental health, Exercise has no impact on physical and mental health, Exercise can be harmful to physical and mental health, Exercise is not important for maintaining good physical and mental health

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Exercise is essential for maintaining good physical and mental health

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True or False: A controlling idea should be broad and general.

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False

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What is the purpose of a controlling idea in an essay?

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The purpose of a controlling idea in an essay is to provide a clear and focused main point or thesis statement that guides the entire essay.

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a strong controlling idea? Specific and focused, Clear and concise, Supported by evidence, Vague or general

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Vague or general

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What is the exposition of a story?

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the introduction where characters and setting are introduced

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What is the exposition of a story?

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the introduction where characters and setting are introduced

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What is the part of the story that leads to the climax?

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rising action

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What is the part of the story that leads to the climax?

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rising action