Essay Writing

How many paragraphs are in an academic essay?

• 7

• 4

• 5

• 3

If three sources are provided, how many sources need to be cited in your essay?

• It depends on the topic.

• 1

• 2

• 3

When writing an argumentative essay, when is it acceptable to take both sides the entire time?

• Always

• Never

• It depends on the topic.

• It depends on the day.

What does it mean to "sort your evidence" on your planning sheet before you begin typing?

• It's just a meaningless phrase that old people use.

• You should match your highlights to your three points.

• It is the way to write a conclusion.

• No one knows and no one ever will.

What are the first 2 steps in writing an essay? (select 2 answers)

• Close Reading for evidence

• Proofreading the passages

• Citing Evidence in your paragraphs

• Writing a rough draft

• Unpacking the prompt and establishing a purpose for reading

In an essay, where can we find the 'thesis statement'?

• 1st Sentence of the Introduction

• Last Sentence of the Introduction

• 1st Sentence of the Body Paragraphs

• 1st Sentence of the Conclusion

• Last Sentence of the Conclusion

In an informational/expository essay, what is the purpose of the 3 body paragraphs:

• Making 3 bold claims

• Asking 3 major questions

• Explaining 3 main ideas

True or false: An informational essay requires a thesis.

• True

• False

What is the first thing that will be written to help support your claim?

• Reason

• Evidence

• Opposing Argument

• Rebuttal

Which of these is NOT part of an argumentative essay introduction?

• Hook

• Summarize the Issue

• Claim

• Evidence