Essay Writing Quiz

What is the primary purpose of outlining your argument before starting an essay, as suggested in the notes?

• To improve handwriting skills

• To improve logical reasoning and organization

• To increase the word count of the essay

• To finalize the conclusion of the essay

According to the document, what should the thesis of an essay capture?

• The main arguments of the body paragraphs only

• The essence of the entire argument

• A summary of the conclusion

• A detailed analysis of literary elements

What is advised to be included in the analysis section of an essay to create an effect on readers?

• A detailed biography of the author

• Random facts about the story

• Specific words or phrases from the text

• General summaries of the story

What should be avoided in an essay, as per the notes?

• Using informal language

• Underlining novel titles

• Quoting directly from the text

• Using personal pronouns

What is recommended about the use of paragraphs in an essay?

• They should be as long as possible

• They should contain multiple main ideas

• They should be concise and not overly long

• They should avoid transitions