Jane Schaffer Writing Format Quiz (LAT)

Who created a writing format for essays?

• Jane Schaffer

• John Smith

• Emily Bronte

• Mark Twain

What is the purpose of the introduction paragraph in a 4-paragraph essay?

• To provide a summary of the essay

• To introduce the topic and end with a thesis statement

• To list the main points of the essay

• To conclude the essay

What should the concluding paragraph of a 4-paragraph essay start with?

• A new argument

• A question

• Rewording your thesis statement

• A quote

What is the purpose of the introduction paragraph in a 4-paragraph essay?

• To restate the thesis

• To provide a hook, bridge, and thesis statement

• To synthesize main points

• To write in chunks

How many body paragraphs are typically included in a 4-paragraph essay?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What should be included in the conclusion paragraph of a 4-paragraph essay?

• Hook and bridge

• Restate thesis, synthesize main points, and closing thought

• Written in chunks

• Introduction of new ideas

What is the purpose of the "hook" in an introduction paragraph?

• To summarize the main points

• To provide a detailed analysis

• To begin with a general idea about heroes

• To conclude the essay

How should the "bridge" in the introduction connect to the topic?

• By introducing a new topic

• By connecting to The Odyssey and Odysseus’s journey

• By providing a counterargument

• By listing unrelated facts

What should the "thesis statement" in the introduction do?

• Ask a question about the topic

• Provide a vague idea about the topic

• Clearly answer the question and state your position

• List all the references used

What is the purpose of a "General Truth / Universal Statement" in an essay?

• To provide a detailed analysis of a specific event

• To set the stage for your argument by connecting to something bigger

• To summarize the entire essay in one sentence

• To list all the main points of the essay