Writing Quiz

Which of the following is an effective way to conclude an essay?

• Using a hook or sentence starter
• Restating the question
• Summarizing the essay
• Using closing words and restating the introduction sentence

Which of the following is NOT a correct way to cite evidence from a text?

• Using direct quotes
• Paraphrasing the information
• Making up information
• Summarizing the information

Why is it important to restate the goal/question in the introduction and conclusion of an essay?

• To make the essay longer
• To confuse the reader
• To remind the reader of the main topic
• To show off writing skills

What is the main goal of the writing prompt?

• To cite evidence from the text
• To use transition words throughout the essay
• To identify what is being asked to write about
• To introduce the stories read

What is the structure of an essay?

• Introduction, body, and conclusion sentences
• Introduction, body, and conclusion paragraphs
• Introduction, body, and conclusion chapters
• Introduction, body, and conclusion sections

Which of the following is an effective way to start an introduction sentence?

• Summarizing the essay
• Restating the question
• Introducing the characters
• Using a hook or sentence starter

How can the effectiveness of using text evidence to support a topic be evaluated?

• By counting the number of paragraphs in the essay
• By checking for spelling and grammar errors
• By summarizing the essay
• By analyzing the relevance of the evidence

What is the purpose of the body paragraphs in an essay?

• To summarize the essay
• To provide text evidence
• To use transition words throughout the essay
• To introduce the stories read

What is the purpose of using a graphic organizer in essay writing?

• To introduce the stories read
• To use transition words throughout the essay
• To develop the essay
• To cite evidence from the text

What is the purpose of using transition words in an essay?

• To summarize the essay
• To introduce the stories read
• To connect ideas
• To develop the essay