ENGL101 - Lecture 5 - Plagiarism and Using Sources

According to the passage, what is the purpose of the drafting step in the writing process?

• To collect research and sources

• To begin formulating an argument to support your thesis

• To finalize the essay

• To revise the essay

Answer explanation

The drafting step is crucial for beginning to formulate an argument that supports your thesis, allowing you to organize your ideas and structure your essay effectively.

The drafting process always moves in a linear way and the draft must be written in order.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The drafting process is often non-linear, allowing for revisions and changes at any stage. Therefore, the statement that it must be written in order is false.

What are some ways to engage your reader in the introduction, according to the passage?

• A vivid quotation

• A question

• The definition of important terms or background information

• All of the above

Answer explanation

To engage your reader in the introduction, you can use a vivid quotation, pose a question, or provide definitions and background information. Therefore, the correct answer is 'All of the above'.

Fill in the blank: The introduction typically concludes with the _______ statement and indicates the organizational structure of the essay.

• thesis

• summary

• topic

• conclusion

Answer explanation

The introduction of an essay typically concludes with the thesis statement, which presents the main argument and outlines the organizational structure of the essay. This helps guide the reader on what to expect.

According to the passage, what should you do as you begin the body of your rough draft?

• Ignore your outline and write freely

• Use the prewriting and outline you have already created to help you

• Focus only on grammar and spelling

• Write the final version immediately

Answer explanation

As you begin the body of your rough draft, you should use the prewriting and outline you have already created to help you. This approach ensures that your writing is organized and focused.

According to the passage, you should be concerned about mistakes or grammatical issues while drafting your rough draft.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The passage suggests that during the drafting phase, the focus should be on getting ideas down rather than worrying about mistakes or grammar. Therefore, the statement is false.

Which paper would you be more likely to want to read?

• Alzheimer's Disease

• Alzheimer's Disease: The Wasting of a Generation

Answer explanation

The title 'Alzheimer's Disease: The Wasting of a Generation' suggests a deeper exploration of the impact of the disease, making it more engaging and informative than the more general title 'Alzheimer's Disease'.

You should begin your conclusion with transitions like 'In conclusion' or 'In summary.'

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The statement is false because while starting a conclusion with phrases like 'In conclusion' is common, it is not a strict requirement. Conclusions can be varied in style and do not have to follow this format.

It is acceptable to introduce a new idea or topic in the conclusion of your essay.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

It is false to introduce a new idea or topic in the conclusion of your essay. The conclusion should summarize and reinforce the main points, not present new information.

You should rewrite your thesis statement or introduction word for word in the conclusion.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

False. In a conclusion, you should summarize your main points and restate the thesis in a new way, rather than repeating it word for word. This reinforces your argument without redundancy.