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Essay Essentials

Authored by Steven Snell

English

8th Grade

CCSS covered

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Essay Essentials
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1.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

How are hooks used in writing (click all that apply)?

To grab the reader's attention.

To draw the reader into your discussion.

They are important in expository, persuasive, and analytical writing.

Hooks should be used only in writing class.

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CCSS.W.8.3A

2.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is found in the introduction (click all that apply)?

A hook

The main idea of the essay

Background on the subject matter

A valid thesis statement

A call to action

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CCSS.W.8.3A

3.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the difference between the main idea of your introduction and the thesis statement?

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4.

FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The acronym we used to make sure we address all parts of the body paragraph is:

(a)  

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CCSS.W.8.1A

5.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Revising your essay includes (click all that apply):

Making your argument stronger by checking the content and flow of your ideas.

Looking at the content of your essay BEFORE checking its grammar, spelling, or syntax.

Checking for inconsistencies and errors in logic in your writing.

Concentrating on grammar and spelling errors.

Tags

CCSS.W.8.5

6.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What are some tools we can use when revising and editing (click all that apply)?

Someone to proofread our work.

paperrater.com

an online dictionary or thesaurus

Grammar and spelling extensions.

Tags

CCSS.W.8.5

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 12 pts

After you finish writing your essay, what should you do?

Add extra information on the sides.

Rewrite the whole essay again.

Reread your essay.

Be happy because you're finished!

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CCSS.W.8.5

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