Writing Introductions

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Grace, Emily, and Rosie are working on a group project. What is the purpose of an introduction in their presentation?
To introduce a completely unrelated topic
To set the stage for the audience and introduce the main topic or argument.
To provide a conclusion at the beginning
To confuse the audience with irrelevant information
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
During a school assembly, Evie is asked to give a speech. Which of the following could she use as a hook to grab the audience's attention? A. A rhetorical question B. A list of facts about the school C. A general statement about the importance of education D. All of the above
A. A specific statement about her personal life
B. A personal anecdote about her experience in the school
C. A direct request to the principal
D. All of the above
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Isabelle is writing an essay and Benjamin is helping her. What should the clear thesis statement do in the introduction of Isabelle's essay?
Provide a concise summary of the main point or claim of the essay.
Introduce multiple unrelated topics
Provide excessive details and examples
Be vague and unclear
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Henry, Mia, and Daniel are starting a blog. How can they use effective language and tone in their introduction to engage their readers?
By using clear and concise language, a friendly and conversational tone, and addressing the reader directly.
By using long-winded and repetitive language, a sarcastic and mocking tone, and ignoring the reader completely.
By using complex and confusing language, a formal and distant tone, and avoiding direct address to the reader.
By using vague and ambiguous language, a serious and stern tone, and talking down to the reader.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Kiara is preparing for a presentation. Which of the following introductions would be most compelling for her to use? A. A dry recitation of facts about the topic B. An emotional anecdote that relates to the topic C. A long-winded explanation of her credentials D. A summary of the entire presentation
D. A detailed description of her morning routine
B. An emotional anecdote that relates to the topic
C. A joke that has nothing to do with the presentation
A. A list of random quotes unrelated to the topic
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Daniel is writing an essay and Ishaan suggests him to start with a hook. What is the main goal of Daniel using a hook in his introduction?
To introduce the conclusion
To grab the reader's attention
To provide a summary of the entire essay
To confuse the reader
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Anaya, Scarlett, and Kiara are preparing for a school debate. How can Anaya use language and tone to create a strong first impression in her introduction?
By using offensive, aggressive language and a confrontational, hostile tone.
By using vague, ambiguous language and a hesitant, unsure tone.
By using vivid, descriptive language and a confident, authoritative tone.
By using monotonous, dull language and a disinterested, indifferent tone.
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