Essay Writing Part 2: MCQ Quiz

What is the main difference between an experience-based essay and an opinion/informative essay?

• One is fictional, the other is factual

• One tells a past story, the other gives facts or advice

• One is short, the other is long

• One uses formal language, the other uses informal language

Which tense is usually used in an experience-based essay?

• Present tense

• Future tense

• Past tense

• Mixed tense

Which tense is usually used in an opinion/informative essay?

• Past tense

• Present tense

• Future tense

• Past perfect tense

Which of the following is a common topic for an experience-based essay?

• Benefits of reading

• How to prepare for exams

• School Sports Day

• Ways to save the environment

Which of the following is a common topic for an opinion/informative essay?

• My birthday party

• Family holiday

• School competition

• How to stay healthy

Which type of questions are used in an experience-based essay introduction to give background information?

• Yes/No questions

• W.H. questions

• True/False questions

• Rhetorical questions

In the body of an experience-based essay, each bullet point from the question should be expanded with:

• When/Where/Who, What happened, Feelings

• Facts, Examples, References

• Past events, Present events, Future plans

• Topic sentence, Evidence, Conclusion

Which connector can be used in an experience-based essay?

• Furthermore

• Firstly

• On the other hand

• Accordingly

In the closure of an experience-based essay, you can:

• Add a wish or hope

• Introduce a new topic

• Repeat all points word-for-word

• Add unrelated information

In the introduction of an opinion essay, you should:

• Only describe a past event

• State the topic and your opinion

• Use only W.H. questions

• Avoid stating your view