Quiz: Parts of an essay

Which part of the essay has this purpose: give the overview of the topic and the main ideas?

• Introduction

• Body paragraphs

• Conclusion

Which part of the essay has this purpose: develop the writer’s main points and support these points with evidence?

• Introduction

• Body paragraphs

• Conclusion

Which part of the essay has this purpose: restate the thesis statement and give a final comment?

• Introduction

• Body paragraphs

• Conclusion

Which of the following is NOT an element of the introductory paragraph?

• A hook

• Background information

• A topic sentence

• A thesis statement

What is a “hook” in an essay?

• A summary of the main ideas

• A sentence that grabs the reader’s attention

• The last sentence of the conclusion

What is the function of a thesis statement?

• To entertain the reader

• To ask the reader a question

• To present the writer’s main argument and ideas

• To describe each paragraph

Each body paragraph should begin with:

• A restatement of the thesis

• A topic sentence

• A hook

• A final comment

Which sentence(s) in a body paragraph provide explanation or examples?

• Concluding sentences

• Thesis statement

• Supporting sentences

• Topic sentences

What does a concluding sentence in a body paragraph do?

• Adds humor to the paragraph

• Introduces the next main idea

• Restates the main idea in a clear way

What is the main goal of the concluding paragraph?

• To repeat the hook and include a new thesis

• To present new examples and wrap up the essay

• To restate the thesis and leave the reader with a final thought