Writing Introductions

Writing Introductions

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Writing Introductions

Writing Introductions

Assessment

Quiz

English

University

Medium

CCSS
RL.1.4, RI.1.4, RL.2.4

+7

Standards-aligned

Created by

Margaret Anderson

Used 1+ times

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10 questions

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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

2.

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.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

5.

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.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

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