Essay Writing Basics

What is the purpose of an essay structure?

• To provide a logical and organized framework for presenting ideas and arguments.

• To confuse the reader with complex ideas.

• To make the essay longer and more impressive.

• To limit the creativity and expression of the writer.

What are the three main parts of an essay structure?

• introduction, body paragraphs, conclusion

• title, abstract, references

• topic sentence, evidence, analysis

• thesis statement, supporting evidence, counterargument

What is the purpose of body paragraphs in an essay?

• To provide supporting evidence and arguments for the main thesis statement.

• To provide a conclusion for the essay.

• To introduce the topic of the essay.

• To summarize the main points of the essay.

How many body paragraphs are typically included in an essay?

• 1

• 5

• 3

• 10

What is the purpose of a conclusion in an essay?

• To introduce new ideas and arguments.

• To provide evidence and examples.

• To restate the thesis statement.

• To summarize the main points and provide a final perspective on the topic.

What should be included in the conclusion of an essay?

• Introduce a new topic unrelated to the essay.

• Provide new information not mentioned in the essay.

• Leave the reader with a question instead of a conclusion.

• Summarize main points and restate thesis statement.

What is the main function of the introduction in an essay?

• To provide background information, introduce the topic, and present the thesis statement.

• To analyze the supporting evidence.

• To conclude the essay.

• To summarize the main points of the essay.

What is the purpose of topic sentences in body paragraphs?

• To summarize the previous paragraph.

• To introduce the main idea or point of the paragraph.

• To provide supporting evidence for the main idea.

• To conclude the paragraph.

What is the recommended length for an essay conclusion?

• 2-3 sentences.

• 1-2 paragraphs.

• 10-15% of the total word count.

• 5-7% of the total word count

Why is it important to revise and edit an essay before submitting?

• To save time and effort

• To improve the quality and clarity of the writing, correct errors, refine arguments, and meet assignment requirements.

• To make the essay longer

• To impress the teacher