How much do you know about writing essays?

How many paragraphs should your essay contain?

• 3 paragraphs

• 2 paragraphs

• 4 paragraphs

How many words should you write?

• about 100 words

• around 200 words

• at least 120 words

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

What information should you include in the opening paragraph?

• examples

• general information about the topic

• your opinion about the topic

What is the purpose of the empty line between paragraphs?

• To make the essay look nice.

• To show the reader where paragraphs begin and end.

• There is no specific purpose.

What information should you include in the body of the essay?

• arguments, explanations, and examples

• opinions and conclusions

• summaries and conclusions

What information should you include in the last paragraph?

• Your opinion

• Your arguments

• Your conclusion

How long should a sentence be?

• about 5 words

• around 20 words

• 7-15 words

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

The expression "In my opinion, the opposite is true for a few reasons" should appear in which paragraph?

• The second paragraph

• The first paragraph

• The last paragraph

The examples to support your arguments should appear in which paragraph?

• The second and third paragraphs

• The opening paragraph

• The conclusion

The expression "Another point that should be taken into consideration" should appear in (-)

• the second paragraph

• the third paragraph

• the fourth paragraph