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Expository Writing Quiz

Authored by Bunchie Rose

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7th Grade

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Expository Writing Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of expository writing?

Clear, concise, and focused presentation of information

Objective, factual analysis without personal opinion

Persuasive tone aiming to convince the reader

Use of facts, statistics, and evidence to support the main idea

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In an expository essay, which strategy is most effective for providing clarity to the reader?

Including emotional appeals to engage the reader

Using a formal, academic tone throughout the essay

Presenting complex ideas without breaking them down

Using simple, well-organized paragraphs with topic sentences

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of a thesis statement in an expository essay?

To include emotional language to appeal to the reader

To provide a direct answer to the topic question or issue

To summarize all of the evidence that will be presented in the essay

To pose a question that the essay will answer

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organizational structure is most effective for an expository essay?

Focusing on persuasive arguments to convince the reader

Using a problem-solution structure

Writing a narrative with a clear beginning, middle, and end

Starting with a dramatic anecdote

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of evidence is most appropriate for supporting an explanatory thesis in an expository essay?

Emotional appeals and persuasive statements

Statistical data, factual information, and research studies

Personal opinions and anecdotes

Hypothetical examples and fictional scenarios

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the most effective way to introduce an expository essay?

Introduce a surprising or controversial opinion

Present the main topic clearly and concisely with background information

Start with a rhetorical question that the reader will want answered

Use an emotional anecdote to grab the reader’s attention

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of a conclusion in an expository essay?

To provide a final emotional appeal to the reader

To restate the thesis in different words and summarize key points

To introduce new information to support the main argument

To persuade the reader to take action on the topic

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