Understanding informative writing

Which of the following best describes a thesis statement?

• A sentence that introduces the topic of a paragraph.

• The main idea or argument of an entire essay.

• A specific detail used to support a main idea.

• A word or phrase that connects ideas in a sentence.

What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

• To introduce the main idea of the entire essay.

• To provide specific details and examples.

• To summarize the main points of the paragraph.

• To state the main idea of a single paragraph.

Which of the following is an example of a supporting detail?

• A thesis statement.

• A topic sentence.

• A fact or statistic.

• A transition word.

What is evidence used for in writing?

• To make the writing more interesting.

• To support a claim or statement.

• To introduce the topic of the essay.

• To connect ideas between paragraphs.

What does it mean to analyze something?

• To simply state facts about it.

• To examine it in detail to understand its meaning.

• To come up with an opinion about it.

• To summarize the main points about it.

What is the purpose of a conclusion in an essay?

• To introduce the main topic.

• To provide specific details and examples.

• To summarize the main points and offer a final thought.

• To state the main idea of a single paragraph.

Which of the following is a common purpose of an introduction?

• To provide specific details and examples.

• To summarize the main points of the essay.

• To grab the reader's attention and introduce the topic.

• To connect ideas between paragraphs.

What is the main function of body paragraphs in an essay?

• To introduce the topic and thesis statement.

• To develop and support the thesis statement.

• To summarize the main points of the essay.

• To provide a final thought or reflection.

What is the purpose of transitions in writing?

• To make the writing more confusing.

• To connect ideas and help the writing flow smoothly.

• To introduce new topics abruptly.

• To replace supporting details.

How is information organized in chronological order?

• By location or position.

• By order of importance.

• By cause and effect.

• By the order in which events occurred.