BEST WRITE REVIEW

Front

Which of these is NOT part of an introduction? Options: Hook, Bridge sentence that connects hook to claim, Claim, Evidence and details from the text

Back

Evidence and details from the text

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Evidence and details from the text' because it is not typically part of an introduction, unlike the other options which are commonly found in introductions like the hook, bridge sentence, and claim.

Front

What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?

Back

To convince the reader

Answer explanation

The purpose of an argumentative essay is to convince the reader, presenting a clear and logical argument to support a specific viewpoint or claim.

Front

Which piece of text evidence is cited correctly? Options: In Source 2, the author claims that, "Screens cause students to be distracted and then they cannot learn as well.", in source 2, "Screens allow students to find information quickly and efficiently.", Source 2: screens on cell phones have become larger in the past few years.

Back

In Source 2, the author claims that, "Screens cause students to be distracted and then they cannot learn as well."

Answer explanation

The correct answer choice is 'In Source 2, the author claims that, 'Screens cause students to be distracted and then they cannot learn as well.' as it accurately cites the text evidence from Source 2.'

Front

What is the other side of the issue (opposite of your claim) called?

Back

Counterclaim

Answer explanation

The other side of the issue (opposite of your claim) is called a counterclaim, which presents an opposing viewpoint or argument.

Front

What is the claim?

Back

Restates the prompt and lists the main points for your argument.

Answer explanation

The correct answer is to restate the prompt and list the main points for your argument, which is the claim in an argumentative essay.

Front

Information from the passage that supports your argument or reasons

Back

Text Evidence

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Text Evidence' because it directly refers to information from the passage that supports the argument or reasons.

Front

What ALWAYS comes after text evidence to explain it?

Back

Two - three sentences that explain the text evidence

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Two sentences that explain the text evidence' because it is essential to provide further elaboration and analysis to support the evidence presented.

Front

What is included in a concluding paragraph?

Back

Transition word or phrase, restate reasons/main ideas in a different way, close a reverse hook, and/or end with a concluding thought or call to action.

Answer explanation

The correct choice includes transitioning, restating claims using synonyms, closing the hook, and ending with a TADA in a concluding paragraph.

Front

What is the purpose of an expository writing piece?

Back

To inform/explain

Answer explanation

The purpose of an expository writing piece is to inform/explain, making it the correct choice among the given options.

Front

What is a thesis statement?

Back

The sentence which restates the prompt and includes the main reasons that will be explained in the essay

Answer explanation

The thesis statement is the sentence which restates the prompt and includes the main reasons that will be explained in the essay.