Explanatory Essay Structure Quiz

What is the purpose of an explanatory essay?

• To persuade the reader to take a specific action.

• To entertain the reader with a fictional story.

• To analyze and evaluate different viewpoints on a topic.

• To explain or inform the reader about a certain topic or subject.

What is the typical structure of an explanatory essay?

• Introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion

• Thesis statement, evidence, and analysis

• Conclusion, body paragraphs, and introduction

• Introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion

What is the first paragraph of an explanatory essay called?

• Thesis statement

• Conclusion

• Body paragraph

• Introduction

What information should be included in the introduction of an explanatory essay?

• Hook, background information, and thesis statement

• Hook, evidence, and conclusion

• Background information, evidence, and conclusion

• Thesis statement, body paragraphs, and conclusion

What is the main body of an explanatory essay used for?

• To provide detailed information, examples, and evidence to support the thesis statement or main idea.

• To present counterarguments and refute them.

• To summarize the main points of the essay.

• To introduce the topic and provide background information.

How many paragraphs should the main body of an explanatory essay have?

• 10

• 1

• 5

• 3

What is the purpose of the conclusion in an explanatory essay?

• To summarize and restate the main points and thesis statement.

• To provide evidence and examples.

• To introduce new ideas and arguments.

• To engage the reader and create interest.

What should be included in the conclusion of an explanatory essay?

• Personal opinions and biases.

• New information not discussed in the essay.

• Questions for further research.

• Summary of main points and restatement of the thesis statement.

What is the recommended length for an explanatory essay?

• 100-200 words

• 300-400 words

• 500-800 words

• 900-1000 words

What are some effective strategies for organizing the main body of an explanatory essay?

• Using a clear and logical structure, using topic sentences to introduce each paragraph, providing supporting evidence and examples, using transitional words and phrases to connect ideas, and ensuring that each paragraph focuses on a single main idea.

• Jumping between different main ideas within a paragraph.

• Using long and complex sentences without clear structure.

• Including irrelevant information in each paragraph.