Modes of writing

Which mode of writing has to have a narrator?

• Informational

• Argument

• Narrative

• Explanatory

Which modes of writing must include a thesis statement?

• Argument

• Narrative

• Informational

• Explanatory

Which would be under conventions?

• Character

• Figurative language

• A few minor errors are allowed unless they interfere with meaning

• Syntactic variety

Which mode of writing must have reasons?

• Narrative

• Informational

• Explanatory

• Argument

How many reasons should be included in an argument essay?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 1

Which are sensory language words?

• gritty

• violet

• screeching

• booming

Which dialogue is correct?

• " i do not agree with you!"

• " I do not agree with you"!

• "I do not agree, with you,"

• " I do not agree with you!"

Where should evidence be placed in an essay?

• Conclusion

• Introduction

• Body 1 only

• All body paragraphs

Which of the following statements best defines the main idea of an essay?

• It is the first sentence in the first paragraph.

• It is a one sentence summary of the opinion being presented.

• It is the key concept being expressed or examined.

• It is the setting in which a story takes place.

Which of the following statements is an example of a thesis statement?

• More than 250,000 drivers in the United States fall asleep at the wheel every day.

• Drowsy driving is responsible for 100,000 accidents every year.

• A lack of sleep has been shown to slow reaction times and impair judgement.

• A tired driver can be just as dangerous as a drunk driver.