8th Grade English Language Arts Essay Writing Quiz
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8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
What is the primary purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?
To summarize the conclusion
To list the sources used
To state the main argument or claim
To provide a detailed outline of the essay
Tags
CCSS.W.8.1A
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
Which of the following best describes the role of supporting details in an essay?
To introduce new topics
To provide evidence and examples that back up the main idea
To restate the thesis statement in different words
To offer a counterargument to the thesis
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RL.7.1
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
What is the most logical sequence for organizing an essay?
Introduction, Conclusion, Body
Body, Introduction, Conclusion
Introduction, Body, Conclusion
Conclusion, Body, Introduction
Tags
CCSS.W.8.2A
CCSS.W.8.4
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
Which of the following is an example of a transition word that indicates a contrast?
Furthermore
Similarly
However
Moreover
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.5.5
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
In the writing process, what is the purpose of the first draft?
To correct grammatical errors
To organize ideas into a clear and logical order
To finalize the thesis statement
To get all of your ideas down on paper without worrying about perfection
Tags
CCSS.W.8.5
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
Which of the following best defines reasoning in essay writing?
The act of restating the thesis in the conclusion
The process of making clear how your evidence supports your thesis
The selection of transition words
The organization of paragraphs in the body
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.7.1
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
What is the function of a conclusion in an essay?
To introduce the topic
To list all the sources used
To summarize the main points and restate the thesis in a new way
To present new evidence
Tags
CCSS.W.8.1E
CCSS.W.8.2F
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