English for Academic Purposes - Essay Review

(a)   is a sentence that presents the main perspective of an academic paper and includes examples which are then developed in the paragraphs to follow.

Where can we typically find a thesis statement?

• at the beginning of the introductory paragraph

• at the end of the introductory paragraph

• at the beginning of each paragraph

• in the conclusion

A (a)   is the first sentence of the essay; it aims at catching the attention of the reader

Choose the proper way of using quotes in your essay.

• (A.Johnson, 2012)

• (Adam Johnson, 2012)

• (Johnson, 2012)

• (Johnson, 2012. The Science and Earth)

What is a topic sentence?

• a sentence that epresses the opposing idea than the thesis

• a sentence at the beginning of my essay

• a sentence that introduces the quote about a given topic

• a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph

Choose the best thesis statement.

• In this paper I will discuss renewable energy sources.

• Renewable energy is good for the environment.

• The use of renewable energy is crucial for mitigating climate change and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.

• There are many different opinions about renewable energu sources and in this essay we will see some of them.

A _______ ________is a viewpoint that opposes the main argument or thesis statement presented by the writer.

(a)  

It is a response that challenges opposing viewpoints or criticisms raised against the thesis statement

• counter argument

• conclusion

• rebuttal argument

• a hook

How many quotes will you need to include in your graded essay?

• one

• two

• three

• four

Choose the best thesis statement.

• Social media has some pros and cons, but it’s up to people to decide how to use it.

• Social media should be banned because it negatively affects mental health.

• Social media is interesting and everyone uses it these days, which makes it important.

• Social media should be banned because it negatively affects mental health and productivity.