Exam Review

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Tip for success in exam preparation?

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Highlight keywords in the text and questions.

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Common purpose of an author's writing?

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To provide facts or information.

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Purpose of using coordinating conjunctions?

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To connect ideas with and, but, or, so, etc.

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What is the main argument or claim of an essay called?

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Main claim.

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Type of evidence based on personal stories or examples?

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Anecdotal.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What are transition words?

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Words that help to connect ideas and guide the reader through a text.

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What is the difference between primary and secondary sources?

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Primary sources are original materials, while secondary sources analyze or interpret primary sources.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in an essay?

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To summarize the main points and provide closure.